Spiceroute April 2014

THE INFLIGHT MAGAZINE

Volume VIII | Issue IV | April 2014

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YUMMY YOGURTS Desserts to keep you cool this summer

STRANDS OF CHANGE Puppets to spread social awareness

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New beginning Dear SpiceJet customer, It gives me immense pleasure to share with you that SpiceJet has been ranked as the best airline in terms of on-time performance yet again for the month of February, as per the official DGCA data. We dedicate this achievement to all our customers. Further, I am delighted to share the exciting news that SpiceJet has recently announced its order for 42 new Boeing

737-8 MAX aircraft, which is the most advanced version of the legendary and reliable Boeing aircraft.

The induction of Boeing 737 MAX will further modernise our fleet, improve customer experience and ensure that we operate the most efficient fleet well into the future. All these are part of the new and changing SpiceJet that believes in offering only the very best to all its customers.

The coming months will see a lot more positive changes in SpiceJet with an all new network and schedule, effective March 30 with an enhanced in-flight service model that is being rolled out in phases. Our new flight schedule and timings have been designed taking into account feedback from our customers, as well as incorporating the findings of a comprehensive network review exercise that we have undertaken internally (details on page 24).

With the peak corporate travel and holiday season starting soon, we are confident that the majority of air travellers will welcome the new changes.

Meanwhile, in this issue of Spiceroute, you can see our wonderful crew in Behind the Scenes’ of the cover shoot. Also we bring to you a pictorial glimpse of our Holi celebrations.

Do keep writing to us to help us serve you better.

Happy flying!

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THE INFLIGHT MAGAZINE

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LIONEL MESSI The soccer sensation on his India experience

YUMMY YOGURTS Desserts to keep you cool this summer

STRANDS OF CHANGE Puppets to spread social awareness

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EXPERIENCE THE NEW SPICEJET WITH THE ALL-NEW 2014 NETWORK

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Cover Photographs: Girish Mason Hair & Makeup: Monsoon Salon

SpiceJet operates a fleet of 58 aircraft with 43 Boeing and 15 Bombardier For details log on to www.spicejet.com

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Beyond the glitz and glamour Move out with kids

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potpourri Festive flavour Launch pad

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inside spicejet Letter from the management

161 Safe, smooth and secure 162 SpiceJet family 165 Sumptuous delights 166 Comfortable ride 167 Colours of togetherness 168 Music mantra 170 SpiceJet buzz 171 Routemap 172 SpiceJet Schedule 173 SpiceJet fleet 182

SpiceJet operates a fleet of 58 aircraft with 43 Boeing and 15 Bombardier For details log on to www.spicejet.com

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Letters from

SpiceJet customers Helpful staff

My wife and I were booked to return to Bangkok on your flight from Pune. I remembered the flight times incorrectly and arrived at the airport just 45 minutes before the flight was to depart. We missed the flight because the immigration people had already packed up and returned to town. From that point, your staff exceeded all expectations. Ms Namrata Deshpande got right on her personal cell phone and found the Bangkok bound flights out of India from that moment on. She and her colleague Sandhya Nair booked us a flight with another airline and also booked a taxi for us to the Mumbai airport. We were assisted in every conceivable way

by SpiceJet. Our next trip to India will begin with a search on of the your website as our first choice will be to fly SpiceJet. David Hutchinson and Panutda Suwannanonda

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SpiceJet makes womanhood spicer. Keep aiming higher.

Sunil Chowdhary Greeted very warmly and Yellow Tilak was put on all pasenger's forehead.

Vinod Dharewa Flown by SpiceJet to Tirupati piloted by a lady.

Thank you Madam for very smooth landing of SG1041 without a bump.

My daughter Tisha Dhall was travelling to Delhi via flight SG 152 from Surat, which was delayed more than three hours and 30 mins.

However, I’m extremely happy with the service of SpiceJet rendered, especially Ms Trusha Panchbhaya who was taking care of my minor daughter during operations. She has drawn a wonderful depiction of SpiceJet logo along with Ms Trusha Panchbhaya. Thanks to the entire Surat team for this wonderful experience and care.

tirtha_mitra

Landed in Bangalore today much ahead of scheduled arrival. Nice service. Decent food too. p0kkish

Geeta Dhall

Birthday time A note to say "thank you" to our flight attendants Maria, Priyanka, Praveen & Sheldon for making our flight a memorable one.

They accommodated our request to celebrate our friend's birthday on board.

Chris

HERE’S THE BUZZ ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Hot meal I was travelling with my wife from Kochi to Visakhapatnam. We arrived from Australia via Malaysia to proceed with our onward journey to Visakhapatnam. I did not have any Indian currency except for my cards and some foreign currency.

My wife and myself were hungry. When we tried explain the situation to the flight attendants—Mr Litin and Ms Reshmi—they were so considerate and offered us their breakfast.

Sai Baba VEYYIDALALA

Its a sunny early morning nd #spicejet really has some good taste in music..!

NileshTelisra Surely impressed by your punctuality. You folks surprise me every single time. Great work #spicejet. nivasravi Quietly @flyspicejet is creating a USP for itself by serving hot & delicious meals on board. Hot, not prepackaged and ready to eat vipinvn

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In Delhi, on April 12 ‘The Prophet – Destiny, Divinity, Doubt’, Bharathanatyam Dance Theatre

by Savitha Sastry will be held at Kamani Auditorium, Copernicus Marg in New Delhi.

The stunning audio visual accompaniments, the completely out-of-the-box musical score, and the achingly exquisite choreography and denouement of the presentation adds up to something far more than an evening of entertainment­—it becomes an experience.

In Dubai, from April 3 - 5 Middle East Film and Comic Con is the only consumer event for fans of comics, films, shows in the Middle East. The venue for this event will be the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre - Dubai World Trade Centre. Many known faces from this industry will be seen as special guests to the event this year.

Body, mind & soul

Fantastic fest

Cartoons galore

Click it right

In Bengaluru, till April 8 Indian Institute of Cartoonists presents an exhibition of cartoons by Paul Fernandes called 'Bangalore Swinging in the 70s'. Ponappa Subaiah, noted photographer and old Bangalorean, will be inaugurating this exhibition which will be held at Midford House, Midford Garden in Bangalore.

In Hyderabad, from April 12- 13 The Basics of Photography Workshop is aimed at beginners who have struck love with photography and are seeking professional guidance to achieve a good learning and understanding of the highly creative arena of photography. The workshop will be held at Hampshire Plaza hotel in Hyderabad.

In Jaipur, from April 4 - 6 Once again, Malaviya National Institute Of Technology Jaipur, invites you to embark upon an adventurous voyage, as they get ready to enthral the students from colleges all over India with the sumptuous and exalting annual technical fest, BLITZSCHLAG'14 The fest will be held at the campus itself .

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In Goa, till April 5 Sunaparanta presents BodyWorkShop—an introduction to Performance Art by Nikhil Chopra, Jana Prepeluh and Madhavi Gore. In the first five days, through a series of planned physical and mental exercises the workshop will explore the possibilities of what the body can do in the space it occupies.

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Play time

In Mumbai, April 21 till May 2 This summer vacation, ‘The Kids Company’ welcomes all children between 3 - 7 years of age to come and be a part of their intelligence building workshop. Through this workshop, the kids will be exposed to a world beyond academics with an innovative and fun filled program. The workshop will be held at Jamnabai Narsee School, Juhu, Mumbai

In Mumbai, on April 20 The World Premiere of ‘Boiled Beans on Toast,’ a new play in English by the acclaimed playwright, Girish Karnad will be held at the NCPA, TATA Theatre in Mumbai. The play is directed by Lillete Dubey.

It traces the interwoven lives of half-a-dozen people who have opted to live in the city of Bengaluru.

Strokes of desire In Chennai till April 26 DakshinaChitra is proud to present the retrospective of eminent painter Alphonso Arul Doss. The retrospective will exhibit the paintings and drawings from his collections from 1950s until now.

There are about 60 works on show which include realistic portraits, water colours, and signature paintings on Christ, Nataraja and time and space series. This art exhibition will be held at East Coast Road, Muttukadu, Chingleput District in Chennai.

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Talking tales In Ahmedabad, from April 14 - 19 Craft Canvas presents Kathanika 2014, which is a storytelling workshop specifically for children aged 7- 13 years by traditional artisans. This workshop will be held at Ekalavya Sports Academy in Ahmedabad.

In Mumbai, on April 26 Anita Ratnam presents her new work CIRCLES OF LOVE focusing on mothers, using ancient and contemporary poetry, spoken word interludes and familiar references from cultural memory to trace the outlines of what it means to be a mother, who is eternally fragile. The performance will be held at NCPA Experimental Theatre, NCPA Marg in Mumbai.

Dance along In Kolkata, on April 29 Ankush Arora, founder of Studio Arabesque, is back to present the 2nd edition of his Annual Student Showcase called Nrityarutya which will be held at GD Birla Sabhakar Auditorium in Kolkata, featuring over 75 skilled dancers trained by him. With a unique theme of a love story between Cinderella and Chota Bheem this event is poised to be an extraordinary musical extravaganza.

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Festive time in Japan

During the Kamakura Matsuri, a festival held at this shrine, the entire town of Kamakura bustles with parades of mikoshi (portable shrines) and musical bands.

The main attractions are the shizuka no mai dance performed in the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine on the second Sunday and yabusame on the third Sunday. The shizuka no mai dance is performed on the ritual dance stage. It reproduces the scene Luxury redefined at Thailand 16

of a master dancer named Princess Shizuka performing a dance before her enemies and expressing her love for the warlord Minamoto-no-Yoshitsune. Yabusame too, is also a revival of medieval samurai skills at shooting arrows on horseback.

While galloping through a riding ground approximately 200 metres long, the archer shoots an arrow at its target.

DTCM signs Mou

After receiving 1,049,856 Indian travellers in 2013—a growth of nearly four per cent, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is now focusing on niche travel segments such as Golf, Culture, Voluntourism, Gourmet and Luxury to attract more tourists from India and increase their average length of stay. As part of this initiative, TAT recently concluded a three-city roadshow in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and Chennai, which saw an attendance of nearly 550 travel agents. They were briefed on TAT’s new target segments, statistics, recently launched, soon-to-launch attractions and hotels that have recently opened.

According to statistics released by TAT, a total of 59,794 Indians visited the country during the first month of this year despite the political crisis in a few areas of Bangkok. TAT is targeting 1.1 million arrivals out of India.

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) and Dubai World Trade Centre (DTWC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch the Dubai Association Centre (DAC).

Under the agreement, DAC will offer assistance for the establishment of international non-profit, professional associations and trade bodies in Dubai.

Once established in the Emirate, the associations will have access to the UAE and GCC markets, as well those in the wider Middle East, Africa and Asia.

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Commonwealth in India

On the evening of March 11, 2014 at an elegant reception hosted at the Canadian High Commissioner in India’s residence in the capital, a panel discussion was hosted on ‘Opportunities through the Commonwealth in India’ on Commonwealth Day Observance.

Present on the occasion at the Canadian High Commissioner’s residence were Najma Heptullah, High Commissioner of Malta – H.E. Aquillina John, High Commissioner of Papua New Guinea - H.E. Tarcisius A. Eri, Neelam Rudy, Gita Devi Kapurthala, Madhu Jain and others.

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If you are looking for an exclusive cafe experience, Cavalli Caffè a is a chic location with exclusive menu.

True to the essence of the Roberto Cavalli brand the cafe exudes sophistication both in terms of food, setting, music and presentation. Cavalli Caffè believes in celebrating food and thus the new menu offers the finest of international favourites at a luxurious setting. The Caffè also offers the opportunity to buy gifts such as chocolate gift boxes and Cavalli Red Wine, Cavalli Premium Italian Vodka and Grappa. Though everything served here excels in taste and presentation, the not to miss are Smoked salmon, Sicilian Pesto Grilled and the Sweet Lobster Linguine.

Meal for 2: `2,000 + taxes Address: 133, DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi

Kerala Tourism has won the ‘Golden City Gate’ award, the gold prize at ITB Berlin for its print campaign on the backwaters, as per a release. This is the second major international award for Kerala Tourism in the last two months. Presented every year at the ITB Berlin fair, the Das Golden Stattdor or the Golden City Gate Awards are considered the ultimate recognition in global tourism communication. The award ceremony is held under the patronage of the German Federal Association of Film and Audio-Visual Producers. This is the first time that Kerala Tourism has won the gold in the print category.

Malaysia Tourism had won the award last year. The Golden City Gate Awards are presented in the print, film and media categories and assessed by an international jury.

Luxe Living

The Gateway Hotel Airport Garden Colombo has opened up 100 additional rooms which offer the perfect blend of modern comfort and vibrancy. Nestled amidst a 38-acre coconut plantation bordering the tranquil Negombo Lagoon, The Gateway Hotel in Colombo now boasts of total inventory of 200 rooms. Designed by the Singapore based architects Chiu Man Wong and Maria Warner Wong from Warner Wong design group supported by Tommy Wijesekera from Acop Sri Lanka, the rooms are stylishly sleek and exude energy and simplicity.

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Royal & Regal In their constant endeavour to provide unique and meaningful experiences to their patrons, The Taj Mahal Hotel, New Delhi and Taj Palace hosted the ‘Grand Trunk Show’ in the capital last month.

Taj Khazana, the luxury lifestyle stores located at various Taj hotels in the country, in association with The Great Eastern Home curated a show of fine furniture,

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In order to give a boost to Inbound Tourism in the country, the Ministry of Tourism (MoT), Government of India will introduce the electronic visa facility this year, said Parvez Dewan, Secretary, Tourism, Government of India, at an Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) seminar held in New Delhi. The event, ‘Think Tourism-Think India: Thought Leadership Meet’, inaugurated by Dewan, was held at ITC Maurya hotel. Dewan stated, “A very historic decision has been taken in which the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the National Security Advisor (NSA) and all the related agencies have unanimously supported introduction of Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETAs). Though the decision has been taken, the orders have not been issued as the implementation does take time. Also, while the software for the system is in place, there is need for trained manpower.”

Manipur going green

stylish home accents and vibrant art. Taj Khazana displayed a mix of elegant period and new age furniture and artifacts at ‘The Grand Trunk Show’. The collection ranged from Tudor, Classic French, Chinese and Art Deco. The show was an exclusive exhibit of home interiors and collectibles which showcased the elegant period.

The highlight of the show was a walk through with the globally renowned architect Alexander Dolea.

The Government of Manipur in collaboration with Ecotourism Society of India (ESOI) is set to organise the first edition of Eco Tourism Conclave at Imphal, on April 7 and 8, 2014. The Conclave will be coinciding with the International Thailand-Bhutan Car Rally arriving in Manipur on April 7, as per a release. V K Duggal, Governor of Manipur, will be the Chief Guest of the Conclave. M P Bezbaruah, Honourable Member, North Eastern Council, Shillong and Shilabhadra Banerjee, (IAS Retd.), former Secretary, Tourism, Government of India, will also attend the Conclave. Leaders from the tourism sector are also expected to join the panel of speakers and share their experiences.

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Romantic getaway Come spend a few days in royal splendour at Ranbanka Palace this spring and revel in the many offers and festivities. Ranbanka Hotel exudes an aura distinctly its own—enhanced by its rich and varied collection of paintings, treasure troves and hunting trophies of yesteryears, Ranbanka Hotel holds the lingering echoes of a bygone era, like no other place. Romantic settings, puppet shows, traditional music recitals and Kaalbelia

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Shoppers’ delight

DLF Emporio, India’s first and finest luxury destination is proud to announce India’s only Luxury Shopping Festival from 15th April to 18th May 2014 to mark the fifth year of the shopping festival. Shoppers who shop for a minimum of Rs. 20,000 during the festival are entitled to various activities and lucky draws.

The festival will hold a set of daily, weekly and mega lucky draws conducted throughout the event with designer gifts from the brands housed at DLF Emporio to be won everyday.

The Luxury Shopping Festival will also entail the chance to win luxury vacations courtesy ‘One and Only’. Great surprises await this year’s shopping festival. The highlight of DLF Emporio’s Luxury Shopping Festival 2014 is to keep the shopper’s engaged and entertained at all times through a series of activities.

dancers, signature spa therapies, romantic dinners at the many private terraces, Jodhana in-room shopping, tailor-made but reasonable mojaris, souvenir shops, on-premise tour operator, and much more mark the ideal antitheses to today’s fast paced life.

Alluring experience in a homestay

Palampur in Himachal Pradesh is an an offbeat destination that will make your trip all the more exotic and worth remembering. Nestled in this area is one such offbeat destination—Norwood Green. At Norwood, you can feel close to the nature the solitude that this place offers. Located in Bundla tea estate, the site offers with a wide range of boutique cottages nestled in a picturesque setting with unparalleled scenic beauty of the Dhauladhar range. They define exquisite living not only because of its beautifully constructed infrastructure with modern day comforts but also because of the rich tea gardens and pine forests surrounding the area, making it a finely detailed place to live. Along with this, there are recreational activities on offer like adventure, sports and meditation. With other activities like fishing and bird watching one gets captivated with god’s creation and helps you in forgetting all your worries. Kaya Kalp a public charitable trust that offers with services like Yoga, Pranayam, Meditation, Naturopathy, Diet therapy has become a centre of attraction of Palampur.

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Network of an airline is its lifeline. To respect the preferences of its passengers, SpiceJet has overhauled its network.

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e believe that the ‘Network’ of an airline is the fundamental reason for its existence. Network is literally the starting point of the airline business since it is only once that the network design of an airline is finalised; rest of the planning and execution may begin after that. To be precise, 'Network is the strategy, and strategy is the Network'. An airline’s network is determined by the needs of its customers.

Accordingly, we strive to design a network which caters to the needs of all the internal and external stakeholders, and optimises the shareholders' returns As a part of the 'New SpiceJet', we have overhauled our network in Summer Schedule, starting

March 30. The focus of the new network design is You—our esteemed customer. We have tried to take care of your varying travel needs, be it for business or for leisure travel.

The new schedule will operate more than 335 daily flights to 50 destinations, which includes 42 Indian cities and eight international destinations. This schedule will meet the needs of different customer segments better with new flight frequencies and overall

as part of the strategy of new spicejet, the airline plans to focus on the needs of both corporate and leisure travellers

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Quick facts spicejet operates a young and modern fleet comprising of three types of aircraft SpiceJet has 10 Boeing aircraft bases and three Q400 aircraft bases in its network

better flight timings. The new frequencies and timings have been introduced after exhaustive analysis to maximise customer benefits as well as optimise operational efficiency. SpiceJet operates a young and modern fleet comprising of three types of aircraft:

Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737900, Bombardier Q400

While Boeing aircraft serve primarily the mainline sectors such as metros, our Bombardier aircraft allow us to fly to many smaller airports where it is not possible for every airline to reach. This also leads to an exponential connectivity bloom within the network. In fact, for every direct flight, we almost have two more connecting flight options for you. So, this way, it becomes possible for you to travel from Goa to Varanasi, Chennai to Udaipur, or from Delhi to Tuticorin.

Fantastic options are available within our international network too, for example Dubai-Kathmandu, DubaiMale, Delhi-Male, and ChennaiKathmandu are some of the exciting choices. Whether for visiting family or friends, or for conducting business,

we provide a multitude of connecting flight options to you.

We fly quite a few unique direct sectors such as ChennaiTuticorin, Bengaluru-Mysore, and even Mumbai-Amritsar. Even on the international front, we are leading in terms of exploring new markets such as Madurai-Dubai, and thus catering to the latent unserved demand. We are also working on expanding our international network, details of which will be finalised soon.

For every direct flight, we almost have two more connecting flight options for you We have 10 Boeing aircraft bases and three Q400 aircraft bases in our network. We have exited a few stations and markets in order to streamline our financial performance.

Needless to say, these were tough calls, but this also allows us to focus on the depth in our network by making it denser rather than thinly spread out.

The new network now makes it possible for passengers to travel from Goa to Varanasi, Chennai to Udaipur, or Delhi to Tuticorin The new network gives many options to a passenger to choose from SpiceJet is also working on expanding its international network

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Crew rostering and maintenance timing requirements are also kept in mind

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You can plan your travel by simply logging onto www.spicejet. com. We plan to enter more such partnerships to expand our bouquet of offerings for you.

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share what goes on behind the scenes while devising a network.

Once the broad network strategy is defined, it has to be translated into operationally efficient and feasible schedule. Some of the principles that we keep in mind while planning our network and schedule are as follows:

Strategic alignment

As a strategy of New SpiceJet, we would like to focus on the needs of both corporate and leisure travellers. Accordingly, we have provided double daily day-return product on most of our metro city

SpiceJet's new generation Boeing 737 with winglets are ideally suited for short to mediumhaul flights in Indian conditions.

pairs for convenient choices to our business travellers. Similarly, leisure sector timings have been carefully chosen to align with the hotel check-in and check-out timings at holiday destinations. We have also strived to offer more options of flight frequencies on some of the key metro sectors.

Operational feasibility

Between the arrival of aircraft at the airport and its next departure, a whole host of activities have to be completed. This set of activities include disembarking, boarding, cleaning, fuelling and more.

Leg space: Boeing 737 has a total of 212 seats with ample of leg space to make your travel comfortable.

Cove lighting with soft dimming and

curving architecture create a distinctive cabin experience. A soft blue sky overhead simulated by light emitting diode (LED) lighting and a more open cabin.

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Sufficient ground time has to be provided for these activities while at the same time trying to optimise the aircraft utilisation. We keep adequate buffers in our schedule to provide for any unforeseen exigencies which otherwise would result in delays.

Crew rostering and maintenance timing requirements are also kept in mind and taken care of. In order to provide you, our customers, the best timings that suit you, we have to make great efforts to get the peak hour slots at most metro airports which are quite constrained due to the unprecedented civil aviation growth in the country.

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Financial performance

As a business, a key goal is to provide desired financial returns to and for the shareholders of the airline. Hence, the network plan has been drafted carefully targeting the right sectors at appropriate timings in order for it to work for both the airline and our customers. The overall network plan also plays an important role in ensuring financial viability for the airline.

Time Limitations) requirements compliance, we have minimised arrivals beyond 2315 hours and departures before 0600 hours in the new network. This not only results in better products for you, but also means more efficient and economical operations for us.

Wish you all the very best and happy flying with SpiceJet!

Efficiency

A primary objective is to maintain an excellent On-Time Performance (OTP) which means a lot to you, our valuable customer. Also, to optimise crew FDTL (Crew Flight Duty

SOCCH is an internal mantra at SpiceJet which stands for Safe, Ontime, Courteous, Clean and Hasslefree. From a network planning point of view, we certainly endeavour to deliver a safe, on-time and hasslefree schedule to you.

We have recently been ranked number one on OTP – In Feb, at

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a score of 79.9% across Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad, SpiceJet was ranked No.1 in ontime performance in the industry.

We intend to continue this stellar performance and with our new network, we are sure that we’d be able to serve your exact travel needs every time, time after time.

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cover: Behind the scenes lavi chaudhary, cabin crew bengaluru Base I would like to extend my thanks to SpiceJet for giving me this opportunity. It was a fantastic photo shoot and I, along with my colleagues really enjoyed the shoot. The photographer, make up artist and the hair stylist made sure we had a comfortable experience. All in all, I am looking forward to seeing the result of the cover shoot. Doing this shoot has filled me with enthusiasm.

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Violetta Rodrigues, cabin crew, hyderabad base I think its a very good start to get an opportunity to be a part of the face of the company. I would like to thank SpiceJet for giving me the opportunity to express myself. The experience was totally amazing. We learnt how to concentrate while posing for the shoot, frame ourselves, and model direction. We can’t thank the entire team enough for the fun we had. Will treasure the experience forever.

naripender Singh, cabin crew, Delhi Base It was a wonderful experience being part of the cover shoot for the April issue of Spiceroute.

The photoshoot actually gave me a chance to identify my calibre. The shoot, in fact helped me enhance my confidence level. This is yet another reason that has made my heart grow fonder for SpiceJet.

savitri rawat, cabin crew, Delhi Base I would like to thank SpiceJet for giving me this great opportunity. The cover shoot was an amazing experience and a fresh change from our usual schedule. The whole experience- from doing the professional makeup and hair styling to posing for the shoot was a delightful experience. The time spent with my colleagues was filled with fun. The shoot certainly gave us time to bond and cheer.

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shivani rana, cabin crew, Delhi Base I would like to share my experience about the cover shoot which was absolutely wonderful to be a part of. Our marketing team, the photographer and the editorial team showed patience towards all of us and were interactive too. It actually gave us a lot of confidence and exposure towards something we'd never thought we would become a part of.

jitender grover, cabin crew Delhi Base I sincerely believe that employees are the best people to promote a brand since they spend large chunk of their lives working for the same. For passengers, we, the employees represent SpiceJet as a brand. This two way connect leaves a positive effect on us also.

This, not only boosts our morale, but also leaves us with a feeling that we represent the brand and are the brand ambassadors.

disha mistry, cabin crew, mumbai Base I would like to thank SpiceJet for selecting me to be on the cover of Spiceroute. I truly cherish this once in a lifetime experience and feel very lucky. The fellow crew, the photographer and the team at SpiceJet was helpful. I simply loved the experience and will cherish it for the lifetime.

shamili TP, Cabin crew, Chennai Base I would like to thank my SpiceJet family who selected me to do the cover shoot. It was an exhilarating experience and we had a lot of fun. A photoshoot is the perfect treat for anyone who wishes to make and preserve memories.

This experience is something that I will cherish through out my life.

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Visakhapatnam

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days in a city

Dotted with pristine beaches, the port city of Visakhapatnam is cosmopolitan in its outlook and cultural in its ethnicity.

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ou see sea and only sea when you look out from the window of the aircraft as it prepares for its descent in Visakhapatnam; and some red sand, similar to what you find in Goa. The beauty of Visakhapatnam is sure to lure one and all. In fact, you can easily call Visakhapatnam the shy cousin of Goa. The seafood, the cosmopolitan culture and the local life is amazingly refreshing. Just like Goa, Visakhapatnam is home to beautiful virgin beaches, laterite hillocks, and stunning landscapes.

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In fact, only Visakhapatnam has a great combo of sea and hills.

When in a city, do as the locals do. So, if you want to explore the city, also called Vizag and get its true flavour, enjoy doing so by hailing an auto or travelling by a local bus.

Visakhapatnam is also called as Jewel of the Coramandel Coast and Steel City

Visakhapatnam also happens to be the headquarters of the Eastern Naval Command of the Indian Navy. The city is also an industrial base as there are numerous heavy industries and steel plants that thrive here, making it an important business centre.

Being a natural harbour, Visakhapatnam enjoys a natural charm. The laidback charisma of the city, together with the sunkissed beaches and cosmopolitan culture invites tourists to come and explore.

visakhapatnam is connected to various destinations. log on to www.spicejet.com for details

vuda park It is the dream of every kid living in visakhapatnam to go for a picnic at Vuda Park.

The park has a beautiful beach view, musical fountains, swimming pool, children play area, skating rink, boating, walkways, artificial caves, beautiful lawns, flower gardens, and an ice-cream parlour.

8:00 AM: A Hearty breakfast

DAY at Gajuwaka ONE Just a few kilometres away from the

city of Visakhapatnam lies Gajuwaka, a suburb shopping hub, with a slice of south India on offer for you. Here, you will find kiosks and shops selling jewellery, artefacts, sarees and even toys. Before you indulge in shopping, have a wholesome breakfast of puri sabzi and other savouries at Mohan Sweets. You can also have a south Indian breakfast at New Santhosh Juice Corner. Opt for eating fluffy idlis and medu vada with ilaichi chai here.

Gajuwaka, a suburb shopping hub has a slice of south India on offer for you

12:00 PM: Kailasagiri After a sumptuous meal its time for some picnic and what better place than a local favourite—Kailasagiri. To reach Kailasagiri, you will have to travel to the town area. A 20-minute ride will take you to Kailasagiri, situated atop a hill giving a spectacular view of the magnificent RK Beach and Rishikonda Beach on both its sides. A larger than life sized sculpture of Shiva and Parvathi is situated here. To reach this point, you can either walk uphill or move in a ski lift called a ropeway.

Children enjoy the lush green gardens, play rides, swings, train rides and other recreational facilities. The toy train ride is one of the new attractions of Kailasagiri. Once the night falls, the entire city looks like a beautiful cluster of stars twinkling from the top. Kailasagiri offers facilities where

the lighthouse at Vuda Park is a must watch for the kids. Allow your children to stand right there and spend time enjoying the rotating light, which forms an interesting pattern on the sea.

While you are shopping stuff made of conch shells on the beach, kids can take camel and horse rides. After the ride, take the kids to watch the musical fountain, a prime attraction of the park.

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must see Bheemunipatnam or Bhimli has historical evidences of Buddhist Culture dating back to the 3rd century BC. Buddhist remains were found during the excavations here along with relic caskets.

Known to the Dutch as Bimilipatnam, Bheemunipatnam was one among the major Dutch settlements of the Dutch Coromandel coast in the 17th century.

Shiva and Parvathi sculpture at Kailasagiri

people enjoy spending the entire day with family. The floral clock, one of the biggest of India, is ten feet wide. It gives an artistic impression on the lush green patches on the backdrop of the Shiva-Parvathi statue.

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There are remnants of the Dutch East India Company trading post when the town was a port.

There is also a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha on the eastern side of Pavurallakonda facing the sea.

The British East India Company made Bheemunipatnam their main trading base of the east coast.

4:00 PM: War Memorial To commemorate the valour of the war heroes of our country, there is a War Memorial situated in Visakhapatnam. To remember the Victory at Sea in the 1971 Indo-Pak war, the War Memorial is situated at the Beach Road, adjacent to the Submarine Museum. Here, you can see a fighter plane, a tank and few replicas of missiles that are kept as exhibits. If you do not wish to enter the periphery of the museum, you can easily view it from the road.

4:30 PM: submarine museum The Submarine Museum is one place where kids will have a ball of a time after seeing one of its kind museum, created using a real de-comminssioned submarine used by the Indian Navy. You can enter the submarine and also learn interesting facts about the working of a submarine. Today, the museum is

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manned by retired navy personnel.

It is exciting to see the larger than life submarine.

From the RK Beach, Dolphin's Nose is visible along with ships and boats that are anchored in the sea 5:00 PM: Matsyadarshini Aquarium

Situated at the left end of the Kali Temple near the RK Beach, the aquarium is a great recreational place for children. The aquarium has a great collection of marine as well as freshwater fishes. It is interesting to see the exit gate of the aquarium as it looks like and resembles the mouth of a large/huge white tip shark. There is a small shopping centre called Kala Shrusti around the aquarium which sells artefacts, shell jewellery and handicrafts as well.

6:00 pM: sunny side up Visakhapatnam is known for its sunkissed sandy beaches. Though these beaches are literally untouched

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and have a virgin charm, you will not find them to be commercial like Goan beaches. The city boasts a number of beaches that are both scenic and uncrowded. The sea currents are really strong in Visakhapatnam, so going for swimming is not advisable. Popularly known as the RK Beach, the Ramakrishna Beach is situated in the heart of the city with beautiful promenade that runs along its shore. Spending some time by the sea side in the evening will surely fill you up with positivity. The beach comes to life on weekends and holidays.

Only one thing that may strike your mind is the absence of water sporting activities. For families in Visakhapatnam, coming to RK Beach is an occasion itself, and the seaside a perfect place to organise a picnic.

8:00 pM: Dinner at Daspalla Daspalla Hotel is synonymous with the city of Visakhapatnam and offers all types of cuisines such as Indian, Chinese, Continental, Italian, Mughlai and South Indian. There is a restaurant dedicated to each one of these cuisines and the food is absolutely mouth watering.

DAY TWO

7:00 pM: coffee at the

chocolate room

And situated bang opposite the RK Beach on the Beach Road is The Chocolate Room, a coffee shop where you will find youngsters chirping and enjoying themselves. You can choose to have a variety of milk shakes, coffees and chocolate brownies; overall a place that will make your evening all the more chocolaty.

After a relaxing stroll, its time for some coffee.

7:00 aM: Simhachalam temple Visiting Simhachalam temple should ideally not miss your itinerary while visiting Visakhapatnam.

The temple is known for its architectural

MUST SEE Apart from the beach, Bhimli also has the remnants of a Portuguese church, Dutch and East India Company settlements and some Buddhist sites.

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Gangavaram is one of the most beautiful beaches in Visakhapatnam.

Naval Museum highlights maritime history of India, displaying pictures and models of maritime history.

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splendour and has inscriptions that date back to the 10th century.

Situated about 15 kms away from the city of Visakhapatnam, the temple is dedicated to the Narsimha avatar— half man-half lion— of Lord Vishnu. The architectural style of Simhachalam bears references to the Chola and Chalukya styles.

People from all corners of the city throng the temple as it has very strong traditional legends about the history of the temple.

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11:00 AM: Yarada beach There are some places in every city which are not commonly known to the tourists, and Yarada Beach is one such beach that is beautifully secluded amidst a scenic village.

You can choose to visit either the beach or take the route through the Yarada village. Yarada is a beautiful village located behind the Dolphin's Nose. To get to this beach, you can use the bus or also hire a cab. The view of the ocean and the city is

Ruins at Thotlakonda

The view of the city from the top of the Dolphin's Nose is memorable visible from atop the Dolphin's Nose, making your experience all the more memorable. If you approach the village from the Malkapuram side, don't miss the Lighthouse situated on top of the hill. You can drive down from Scindia to the top of Dolphin's Nose and back, and go directly to Gangavaram. The scenic drive is complete with oceanic breeze.

2:00 PM: Bavikonda Perched at a distance of 15 kms from Visakhapatnam city, the place literally means 'Hill of Wells'. It is

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infact, a hill that contains wells for preserving rainwater. It is counted amongst Asia's oldest and most sacred Buddhist sites as it consists of ruins of the great Buddhist civilization.

7:00 PM: Shopping and

excursion at CMR central

After a day spent exploring the city, you can have a relaxed evening by spending some time shopping and enjoying at CMR Cental, situated at Maddilapalem. Apart from some nice outlets, you can also watch a movie or perhaps indulge in some shopping. CMR Central has a saree range on offer that starts at a very low price point and goes upto lacs.

You can also make your children play games at Jungle Adventure and Party Zone.

Bojjana Konda, Thotla Konda, Bhavi Konda and Salihundam around Visakhapatnam were centres of Buddhism during the second century A.D. Several Buddhist monuments such as

stupas and chaityas were erected at these places.

It is said that some of the corporal relics of the Buddha were preserved at these places. Hence all these places became sacred sites.

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It is the experience which defines a destination. If you thought Chennai was all about culture, art and temples, think again!

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iles away from home, I was signing a declaration/acceptance form even as I could feel knots inside my tummy. No, there was no impending surgery nor any emergency; rather I was on a holiday and getting ready to jump into the Indian Ocean. The sight of the Kattumaran, a boat made by tying few wooden planks only worsened the feeling.

In local language Kattumaran means a small boat traditionally used for catching fish.

“What! I sail into the sea on this, but the itinerary says a Catmaran ride,” I exclaimed. My life guard only smiled back to say – “It is safe ma'am”. So there I was alone in a

wooden plank and with one push I was in the deep sea.

Staying at the Taj Fisherman's Cove, (45 minutes from Chennai city) I was looking forward to an experiential holiday. Catamaran ride (as they call it) is one of their most sought after activity and because I did not want to be called a coward, I had opted for this ride – and now unfortunately it was too late. One high wave and the water was all

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true Chettinad Having been a vaunted address for bonafide Chettinad cuisine over the past 25 years, the venerable Raintree restaurant in Taj Conemmara, Chennai returns to give culinary adventurers an authentic taste of the Chettinad.

The luxurious Taj Fisherman's Cove; Below: Popular Catamaran ride

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The entry of the restaurant is welcoming with the pathway watered everyday to give a feeling of rain. The re-done interior with ample sunlight sets the mood for a perfect meal at leisure.

Every Chettinad meal reflects a fine blend of the best ingredients sourced from far and wide.

Starting with refreshment drink - Vasantha Neer, and interesting cocktails, the Vadam Basket with varieties of chutneys (all served in a trolley), the menu here is unending. Do end your meal with Tender Coconut Mousse.

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over me, leaving me completely drenched from head to toe - all sitting on the plank which they conveniently called 'Catamaran'. I wondered was there still a need to dive into the sea?

However, as I kept going deeper and as the people on the beach started getting smaller and smaller, there was something about the sea that makes you fall in love with it. Going up and down along with the tide was therapeutic. There were other people too, who had come in more sophisticated boats; seeing them made me feel much better. So there I was floating with the waves even as the life guard kept a steady watch.

I came back refreshed and in fact wanted to do it all over again, maybe next time I can go even further.

The hotel organises special snake catching expeditions Creepy friends

Back to the shore and my next activity awaited me. Guess what? This time it was snake catching. Caught between the sea and the snake, I decided to play along. The hotel organises special snake catching expeditions, again very popular among foreigners who make it a part of their itinerary.

Guests are taken on a trek to fields and woods nearby, where they go on cautious hunt for the snakes. The area here has a strong presence of poisonous snakes and so while guests enjoy this game of hunting, it also serves a purpose as they are taught how to catch snakes while keeping themselves safe and then they are also taught how to extract the venom from these snakes. In Chennai, the snakes are taken to the nearby Crocodile Bank (which has a separate snake section) where their venom are extracted which are later used for anti-venom medicines. The snakes are later released in their natural habitat. Visiting the crocodile bank is also a unique experience. With over 50 crocodiles in one enclosure, you just think you are in a different world.

For the first day that was excitement enough for me and after a refreshing swim, I was ready for a sumptuous meal at Bay View

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– the hotel’s sea food specialty restaurant. With the ocean right at your doorsteps fish form an integral part of local life. There is a huge population of fishermen who start their day by venturing into the sea at day break. The restaurant too is bang on the beach, so you can enjoy your king size lobster even as you listen to the splashing waves. I was lucky to be by the sea on a full moon night, the water glistening like diamonds, the breeze crisp and fresh. The experience is simply surreal. A post dinner walk by the beach was the ultimate finale and the sea never seems to stop attracting you. The shore was filled with crabs jumping around - they come and disappear in flashing speed. It is another day, and I decided apart from the morning

sunrise view by the beach – I will discover more of the land than the sea this day. The cottages offers fantastic view and if you feel lazy about leaving the comfort of your bed, you can soak in the fantastic scene from your room itself. I

The magnificent Pancha rathas still draw tourists from across the world wanted to get a feel of the local life so I headed to the nearby fishermen village and was surprised to see that the sea formed an integral part of their lives and livelihood.

While the men folk go fishing every morning and evening, the women

For the love of art Dakshina Chitra (meaning picture of South) is an exciting cross cultural living museum of art, architecture, lifestyles, crafts and performing arts of South India.

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manage the shops by the beach, mostly selling sea food. The place is known for religious harmony as people from different faiths live together; it was very reassuring to see two Hindus going to pray at the local dargah. A little further on the way towards Chennai is Dakshina Chitra, a cultural hub. The houses of all southern states are replicated here explicitly with artisans demonstrating their work. Dance and music performances lift up the spirit of visitors who sit back and enjoy these performances. A quick trip to Mahabalipuram, popularly known as Mahabs by the locals completed by my trip.

The magnificent Pancha rathas still draw tourists from across the world and stand testimony to India's rich culture.

You can explore 17 heritage houses, amble along recreated streetscapes, explore contextual exhibitions, interact with village artisans and witness folk performances set in an authentic ambience.

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The Andaman archepelago is made up of more than 200 islands.

Enjoy fun activities and unspoilt beaches in and around Port Blair.

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f the open stretches of sea fascinate you, the palms beckon you with their gentle sashaying fronds, the silence of the night broken only by calling crickets; and your tired city-bred soul yearns for a rest — then Andaman is the place to come to!

Viper Island and Ross Island are great points of interest here, if you are a history buff; and the Havelock island is a little paradise in itself. The Rajiv Gandhi Sports Complex at Port Blair offers many water sports. So,

The Cellular Jail at Port Blair and its seemingly endless cells can make you relive the horrors our revolutionaries went through to give us the freedom we value today there is something for everyone in the isles of Andaman

Serene Islands

The ferry from Port Blair takes six hours to reach Havelock Island which is a really peaceful place

with lots of white sandy beaches, comfortable cottages and plenty of fish to eat. Do take the trip to Radhanagar Beach which is an open expanse of soft sand under your feet. Dig in and watch the sun set in the midst of grey clouds while

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Portside at the island; an Artifact of the island

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people turn into silhouettes!

See if you can fit into some snorkels at Elephant island which is an amazing place a short boat ride away. You look down into the sea and you can see the most colourful corals even before you have stepped out of the boat. It is amazing that the trees that were uprooted in the tsunami of 2006 are still lying there—used by the localites to dry out their clothes! The water is crystal clear and young Bengali boys are ready to take you snorkelling even if you don’t know how to swim! For a non swimmer like me, it is an exhilarating experience!

Ross Island is a short boat ride away from Port Blair. It is a part of the track that a sight seeing cruise takes– along with Viper islands and

the famous Chatham wood mills.

Ross island was the administrative headquarters of the British penal establishment which came up there very shortly after 1857, the Indian Sepoy rebellion. The Brits hated the guts of the revolutionaries and so they decided to send them off to this faraway island in the middle of the Bay of Bengal. When the Brits moved into Ross Island, it was a beautifully laid out island with plush gardens, churches, dance halls, fresh water collection pools, boiler rooms (with boilers had all the way from England). They had a bakery and a little zoo where birds and animals played freely. In fact, it used to be called “Paris of the East.” A drastic earthquake before 1939 and the Japanese occupation during World

Best time Between December and March.

How to go You can catch a flight from either Kolkata or Chennai.

SpiceJet has regular flights

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War II, saw the downslide of the island. That was when nature took over and everything got covered with trailing vines. About 15 years ago the island was handed over to the Indian Navy which has restored some of the places and they are now open to tourists.

Viper island was where the prisoners were kept till the Cellular Jail came up. You will be introduced to the infamous gallows inside a crumbling enclosure. The still standing strong square beam is a silent witness to the many hangings that took place here. You look around and find that every building is covered in green vines which have totally taken over the island. The only place which is without any of the invasive creepers is the hanging

from both cities.

What to eat Fresh coconut water. They are sweet, cheap and filling—I made lunch of one whole coconut by myself! Of course you have to eat fish.

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52 room! Wonder if it is the blood of the martyrs!

Recreational delights

At the Rajiv Gandhi sports complex you can ride a water scooter as fast as you want; take a shot at water skiing and para sailing. If you are truly brave and have no problems of blood pressure and have had no heart surgery, then a walk on the sea bed is an exhilarating experience like none other!

The Cellular Jail is now a national museum and is open to the public from 0900 hrs in the morning till 1700 hrs in the evening. Then all

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The open air auditorium seats approximately 500 people visitors are asked to leave before the show begins. There are two shows everyday, one at 6PM and the other at 8PM. The open air auditorium seats approximately 500 people.

It makes good sense to have your tickets booked early if possible.

The central courtyard you face as you settle down for the show, used to be used for public

flogging for any ‘upstart’ prisoner who refused to eat or generally disobey orders. In the courtyard is a long rectangular tiled cottage-like structure which is not as inocuous as it looks. When you step inside you are informed that the prisoners were tied to a primitive machine to extract gallons of oil from the unending supply of coconuts.

Visualise if you can, human beings tied where oxen normally are, pushing and pulling to do the extraction. And if failed to complete their quota for the day, they were likely to be tied to the post and flogged at the courtyard.

The Cellular Jail was comissioned in 1896 and was finally completed in 1906. It consisted of seven wings, fanning out in a circle and no two wings faced each other. Each wing had 100

cells and the prisoners were kept in isolation so that communication was minimal. It was built by the Indian prisoners themselves who were at that time imprisoned on Viper island.

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Barcelona's ace player opens his heart out about his passion for the game and life beyond soccer.

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wo weeks ago, he leapt off the bench and saved Barca the blushes as he equalised against AC Milan. Arsene Wenger, Arsenal manager says about Messi. The Catalonian giant’s knight in shining armour talks about Guardiola, why he never went to a nightclub going out and Real Madrid’s Ronaldo-Bale double threat in this EXCLUSIVE interview.

“Messi is the greatest by a distance. When he is on the run, he is unstoppable. He can change direction so quickly,” This is probably the longest time you’ve spent on the bench/ sidelines, are there any new hobbies you’ve taken up? Cooking for example?

I think when you are injured you

are just working hard on getting fit and back in the team. It is not like a vacation – it is a time when you have to work harder – and do exactly what the medical team asks of you. I do like to play video games.

All of the players have taken to Gerardo. My aim is always to do what is best for the team – and if I am substituted I will trust the coach’s decision.

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know more Messi’s Stint In The Last Decade Oct 2004 After progessing through the ranks at Barcelona, Messi made his official first team debut in a derby against Espanyol, at just 17.

May 2005 The Argentine came off the bench in a home match against Albacete and latched on to a pass from Ronaldinho to score a brilliant lob.

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Sep 2005 Leo signed his first professional contract with the Catalan club. His release clause was set at €150m.

Mar 2007 Messi became the youngest ever to score a hattrick against Real Madrid in the El Classico.

May 2009 Messi scored a rare header to seal victory in the Champions League final against Manchester United. Leo ended the campaign with 38 goals.

2009 2011 & 2012 Messi is the only player to have won Ballon d’Or thrice.

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How different is it playing under Gerardo Martino after Pep Guardiola.

What was the kind of equation you shared with him after he openly said that you will be substituted frequently?

I think all top coaches have their different styles – and Pep was fantastic to work with – he was very important in my development. All of the players have taken to Gerardo – and he has us playing some beautiful football. My aim is always to do what is best for the team – and if I am substituted I will trust the coach’s decision.

play the game the way it should be played – and that is a big attraction for players of Neymar’s quality.

We have got off to a very good start in Spain and in Europe

Indians have always been fans of Latin American football — we believe you got a first-hand look of this when you travelled to India.

What was the experience like?

I am thankful to all my fans, but the reception in India was overwhelming.

I remember that the plane arrived in India very late at night and I didn’t expect there to be any fans waiting. When we got out of the airport though – there were so many Indian fans and they were wearing their Messi jerseys. It was a great experience. The Indian fans are very passionate, which I respect.

Neymar has turned down more money for a Barca cap so that he could play with you. What is it about Barca philosophy that attracted the world’s most promising striker to reject the world’s biggest club’s offer?

I think there is no better team in the world to be in than Barca. We have been successful – but also it is the way we have been successful. We

Would you say the Argentinian national football team has gotten over the 2010 world cup thrashing?

In football you always have to move on after defeat and the World Cup in Brazil is a big chance for us to prove ourselves. We are going there with a clear ambition to win it, but of course there are many good teams. We have a very strong team – and if we play well then we have a chance.

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How do you plan to tackle the Ronaldo and Bale double threat?

How do you fancy Barca’s chances this season?

Real Madrid have some fantastic players – and Ronaldo and Gareth Bale are just two of them. It is not important for us what Real Madrid do – all that is important is what Barcelona does. We have got off to a very good start in Spain and in Europe – and if we keep working hard then we have a big chance of being successful.

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Do you think you have to win The World Cup to be considered the best player of all time?

I think to be a truly great player you need to win The World Cup at some point. There is no bigger trophy to win in football – and if as a player you never win it then there will always be something missing.

You get a lot of players trying to kick you, and foul you, how do you keep so cool?

I can’t go out on the field and worry about players trying to kick me or foul me – if I worry about that sort of thing then I will lose focus on my game.

You are one of the most famous sportsmen in the world – but you don’t like the limelight, do you?

If you want to be the best you can’t live like you are a movie star. At Barcelona we are taught to stay out of the pubs – and just concentrate on my football. I don’t like to have my life played out in the public.

When I am not playing or training ­­­— I am just at home relaxing with my family.

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Flawless fable

Michelle Cohen Corasanti has created waves with her first book. She shares more on her story and her next book.

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Tree until I was asked what the title meant, why does the almond tree remain mute and if silence is ever an answer to violence. That’s when I realized that I am the almond tree, a witness, and I wrote this book because silence should never be an answer to violence.

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ew months since its launch, The Almond Tree has already been translated into three languages besides garnering accolade from all across.

The Almond Tree is your first novel and on a very different/difficult subject. Why so?

I didn’t become a writer because I wanted to tell stories. I became a writer because I had a story to tell.

I had the misfortune of witnessing something I didn’t want to see that affected me to such a degree that despite all my efforts it clawed its way out in the form of a story.

Did you expect your first novel to be accepted so well?

When I wrote this novel, my target audience were Jewish Americans and others in America who are not familiar with this narrative of the conflict. I never dreamt it would get translated into so many languages so quickly and reach so many people.

I’m so grateful for its success.

Why the name The Almond Tree?

Did you consciously make that your narrator as the tree was witness to most of the incidents?

Frankly, I couldn’t have told you why I chose the title The Almond

Why did you use the brothers (Ahmed and Abbas) to portray such different character and belief?

Through the two brothers, I tried to capture the different ways in which Palestinians respond to Israeli oppression. The brothers, though very different in character, were virtually inseparable until an Israeli cripples Abbas, leaving him in chronic pain – and angry at the people who caused his disabilities.

Abbas fills an important role in The Almond Tree providing a context for why some Palestinians choose a life of resistance, risking death, injury, torture and imprisonment. I have not written about abstract ideas in Palestinian families’ lives. They are facts of life that touch and have touched every family. Abbas is not a bad person. He’s a freedom fighter as opposed to Ahmed whose genius opened doors for him that were not available to Abbas. Ahmed

When I started to write The BOOK I was feeling both relief and desperation. Relief that I had this story inside me for over a decade, but I needed that time to digest what I had witnessed to be able to write in a way that could touch peoples’ hearts.

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Being a girl, how come you chose a boy as your protagonist?

When I started writing, it was most natural for me to write as a Palestinian Muslim male. I think because I got the seed of the story from a Palestinian Muslim male I met at Harvard (my former husband) who was doing his post-doctorate jointly with a Nobel Prize recipient and his Israeli doctoral advisor and had many similarities with Ahmed.

Apart from that I met many Palestinian postdoctoral candidates from Israel abroad, majority of them were males, who narrated the story in their own way and subconsciously helped me in forming the story. Why the protagonist was not a female, I think because in that area girls are not offered much choices and they lead a restricted life. Whereas males get ticket to freedom or chances to explore so unknowingly I chose a male protagonist.

chooses another path, partly out of a moral indebtedness to his father, and partly because he naturally possessed something that could act as a bridge between him and the world beyond his Palestinian village. Of the two brothers Abbas is much more dedicated to the cause of resistance and freeing his people.

Ahmed is more concerned with his immediate family’s survival. None of them are bad and their relationship is crucial to the story.

Do you like travelling? What were your recent holidays like?

I love to travel. We went on an amazing adventure vacation to Jordan. We had a Bedouin guide and rode horses from little Petra to big Petra as well as donkeys. We went on a camel trek through the desert and slept in a Bedouin tent and experienced life as a Bedouin. I like to visit a place for an extended time so that I can experience life there. I have lived in France, Spain, Egypt, England and Israel. Paris is my favourite city so far, although I hope to travel to South Asia in the near future.

Tell us little about your childhood and incidents that kept you awake?

I came from a Jewish, Zionist family in

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Upstate New York. I had never known suffering or oppression or anything that kept me up at night until I went to Israel. Out of everything that I witnessed during the seven years I was in Israel, I think Israel’s ‘break their bones’ policy has caused me to lose the most sleep.

Tell us more about your other interests?

I love reading, movies, travel, mountain climbing and mountain biking.

When is your second book expected and on what subject?

I’m finishing my second book right now. A Palestinian man who wanted to become my protagonist told me that he liked the relationship between Nora and Ahmed and wanted me to expand on that. When I started to write from Nora’s point of view, the story just flowed. I was going to write Nora and Ahmed’s story from Nora’s point of view, but I felt too constrained by The Almond Tree so although it started that way, a completely different story about star-crossed lovers emerged. In my new story, I am not the protagonist, but I pulled a lot from my personal story in writing her.

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Mustard A Story

There is more to this 6,150-year-old spice than its tear jerking pungency.

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uch like the banana, mustard remains a hugely edible herb.

Almost every part of this healing spice – the seed, the leaves and the flowers – can be used for both culinary and medical purposes.

It is this versatility that makes mustard one of the oldest spices known to mankind. Researchers recently have found microscopic specks on fire-scorched pottery shards collected from three campsites in north central Europe that ranged between 5,800 and 6,150 years old.

The use of mustard seeds, in fact, can be traced to different areas of Europe and Asia with

the white variety originating in the eastern Mediterranean regions; the brown from the foothills of the Himalayas, and the black from the Middle East.

Mustard also finds mention in the ancient Sanskrit writings dating 5,000 years back and in the New Testament where the kingdom of heaven is compared to a grain of mustard seed

It is said that while mustard seeds were first used for their culinary properties in ancient Greece, it was the Romans who invented a paste from the ground seeds by adding sweet must of old wine called mustum ardens. It has been described by the Egyptians around 2000 BC and also appeared in Chinese writings before 1000 BC, where physicians, including Hippocrates, used it to cure ailments.

However, what is most exciting about mustard is its constant evolution. So much so that mustard is the second most-used spice in the United

mustard seeds were first used in ancient Greece

Each SpiceJet aircraft has been named after a particular spice. In this section, we bring you the history and usage of each one of these spices

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A HEALTHY TICK contains a mere 4.3 calories, with no cholesterol, only small traces of vegetable fat and between 25-35% of protein. Leaf mustard contains calcium, phosphorous, magnesium and vitamin B. The culinary use of mustard often depends on its pungency. Black mustard with the strong taste and the brown (or reddish-brown) with slightly less pungency is used in Indian/Asian cuisines, while the white ones are for sauces, marinades and pickles in Europe. Dried mustard powder is an option for those looking for the same flavour but with lesser spiciness.

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States, even more than peppercorn, and fifth most in India and the Middle East. The Chinese still use it as an aphrodisiac.

A VERSATILE HERB

Mustard works beautifully with all kinds of meat; pork, seafood and poultry. It provides tremendous flavour with a few calories and little fat. One gram of mustard flour

Most markets carry mustard seeds in several forms, including whole, ground and powdered. Powdered mustard is a combination of brown and white seeds mixed with turmeric or saffron for added flavour and colour. The whole seeds lack aroma but as you crush and cook with them their punchy, nutty flavour is quickly released. Prepared with an acid component and salt, store-bought prepared mustard will not spoil. However, it will lose flavor and fire as it ages, even when unopened, and doubly so for flavoured mustards. Use unopened mustard within one year.

It’s hard to believe that the sauce that flavours the hot dog can flavour your health too. But it does.

Mustard stimulates the appetite by increasing salivation by up to eight times.

It also has digestive, laxative, antiseptic, and circulative stimulant properties.

Mustard also contains sulphur, which has been used in treatments of skin diseases.

Mustard is applied to the chest to aid in clearing the sinuses and decongest the lungs.

Mustard seeds are excellent source of selenium, a trace element that is also believed to have an anticancer effect.

A little touch of mustard to your fish can boost the constituting omega-3 content.

The selenium and magnesium content in it helps in providing relief from rheumatic arthritis.

LEMON GRASS SKEWERED SPICED MUSTARD CHICKEN Ingredients 12 no Chicken supreme 12 no Lemongrass sticks 20 gm Onion, finely chopped 10 gm Garlic, finely chopped 5 gm Chilli flakes 10 ml Dark Soy 40 ml Chinese Cooking wine 25 gm Home-made mustard 20 ml Oil

Salt to taste ½ tsp Pepper, crushed 50 gm Sugar 1 tsp Chilli flakes 1 tsp Garlic 50 ml White Wine Vinegar 10 ml Honey Method Take the chicken supreme and pierce it with lemon

grass skewers. Marinate the chicken with chopped onion, chopped garlic, chilli flakes, soy, home made mustard, Chinese cooking wine, salt, crushed black pepper and oil.

In a hot pan add some oil and add in the marinated chicken supremes. Cook on both sides until chicken is done.

To make the sauce, in a pan

add white wine vinegar, sugar, chopped garlic and chilli flakes. Warm it slowly till it achieves a syrupy consistency.

Finish by adding honey to it.

To make the home-made mustard, take 100 grams of soaked yellow mustard seeds in 50 ml vinegar and 30 ml Chinese cooking for couple of hours. Grind the paste with green chillies, add sugar and salt to taste.

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Yogurts

Yogurt has always been a part of our food routine in India, but now it has just got a thumbs up from chefs for desserts too.

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t is not only shrikhand from Maharashtra and Gujarat, our desi, dessert that is made with yogurt and relished with puris, or mishti doi from Kolkata. Today, yogurt has gone a step further and wowed the foodies' palate as a dessert. A good natural yogurt is one of life's simplest, yet most pleasing foods. For a while now Indians have been hooked on to low fat yogurts or the creamier, full fat versions in delicious flavours like raspberry, strawberry, blueberry, vanilla and so on.

You name it and it is available.

Probiotic, vitamin-fortified, creamy, pulp-laced. You are spoilt for choice A highly nutritious food, providing appetitesatisfying protein, and a clutch of vitamins and minerals, unsweetened yogurt makes an extremely healthy snack. Of course, many of us love our smoothies too at breakfast with fruits, nuts, and sometimes vegetables whisked in good ol’ yogurt. A perfect start to the day.

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With all its goodness and health benefits, are we surprised that chefs have taken to yogurt in big way? And not just in cooking savoury dishes,

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Yogurt with fresh fruits

Yogurt desserts are more light and velvety in texture

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Executive Sous Chef, Rajiv Vimal, Kempinski Ambience Hotel, Delhi opines, Yogurt is used as a substitute for cheese which gives richness in desserts with its smooth texture. The availability of yogurt in low fat or without fat versions, also contributes to it being used in desserts to give an option to health conscious customers. He adds, “As compared to desserts made out of cheese, yogurt desserts are lighter, smooth or velvety in texture, more

Top 5 yogurt desserts Pannacotta Parfait Baked yogurt Crème brulee Yogurt berry Danish pastry

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natural in taste as we can use fresh fruits with it.”

Chef Nicholas Fernandes, Pastry Chef, Hyatt Regency Mumbai agrees. “Yogurt can also be a substitute for high-fat ingredients in baking. It can be used to reduce or replace shortening, oil, butter or sour cream in baked goods. It cuts the fat and adds a creamy texture and tenderness to your recipes.” So even if you are trying to eat healthy, there is always room for dessert.

Health then, is clearly, the reason, why this age-old food

Tips while using yogurt Don't pour off the whey liquid that separates from the milk solids – it is full of protein.

Drop the Yogurt into a strainer with a muslin

has suddenly acquired a pride of place in kitchens. Chef Sanatan of Sheraton Bangalore reveals, “People are moving with the trend of health and fitness and are trying to eat healthy. For them, yogurt is always a welcome meal, as a snack in between or as a side dish.

It supports the well-being of your stomach and helps you to control your calorie intake. Here, the flavoured yogurts play a vital role in desserts. It gives dual flavours, as yogurt has its own and unique taste.

You can even combine it with fruits or even chocolate sprinkles.”

Perfect For Desserts

The health aspect is unarguably the main raison d’etre for its popularity, but yogurt is also known for its versatility. With its plain, sour taste, it can up the taste quotient of many desserts,

cloth prior to adding it. This will result in a thicker Yogurt.

While baking yogurt, ensure you bake it in a water bath and prevent it from direct contact with heat.

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try it out STRAWBERRY YOGURT PANNA COTTA Ingredients 500 gm Sliced fresh strawberries 75 gm Splenda No Calorie Sweetener, Granular 250 gm Plain yogurt 15 gm Unflavoured gelatin 175 ml Bakery cream 5 ml Vanilla Method In a blender, blend fresh strawberries, Splenda Granulated and yogurt; strain into bowl. Set aside.

In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 50 ml of the bakery cream; let stand for 5 minutes to soften.

In small saucepan, heat remaining cream with vanilla

Basboosa made with yogurt

imparting a unique texture to them.

Chefs can actually play around with it. Chef Fernandes, Hyatt Regency, Mumbai analyses. Yogurt being the bacterial fermentation of milk, this fermentation of lactose by these bacteria produces lactic acid, which acts on milk protein. This imparts yogurt its texture and its characteristic tanginess, which when used in any dessert enhances it further, lifting the taste and mouth feel. “Their tangy flavour contributes perfectly with the sweetness of a dessert. Baked yogurt and Yogurt ice cream is a classic example of yogurt

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over medium heat until steaming; stir in gelatin mixture until melted. Whisk into strawberry mixture. Pour into moulds. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 4 hours.

Berries: In small bowl, combine strawberries with Splenda Granulated; let stand for 10 minutes. Turn Panna Cottas out onto dessert plates. Top with berries; sprinkle with vinegar.

Recipe by Executive Sous Chef Rajiv Vimal Kempinski Ambience Hotel, Delhi

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Its tangy flavour contributes perfectly with the sweetness of a dessert contribution to a dessert in texture and flavour,” quips Fernandes.

Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla and lemon zest are combined to make delicious panna cotta, the celebrated Italian dessert. Again, cherry yogurt tart and fruit crème brulee made with yogurt, are taking precedence in dessert menus. Reason: These

desserts are made with healthy and lighter yogurts! Chef Vimal concurs, “From fruity frozen gelatos/candies/ ice-creams, creamy coffee cakes, baked yogurt, persimmon yogurt parfait and many more, customers are surprised at innovative chefs, creating yogurt based desserts and that’s how versatile yogurt can be.”

Basboosa, Muffins and Yogurt cheese cakes can also be prepared using yogurt, reveals Chef Sanatan.

He adds, “With its plain, but slightly sour taste, yogurt is a perfect “raw material” to work with - actually there is no limit. Yogurt suits all flavours - fruity, sweet, spicy, minty etc. So it’s the perfect product to create a new combination of desserts.”

By using yogurt, you can indulge in your favourite desserts, guilt- free and without having to spend hours in the kitchen. For a simple yogurt parfait, alternate layers of about half a cup of granola with fresh fruits and your favourite yogurt. Honey, caramel or strawberry syrup can be used to further enhance the taste of plain yogurt. So c’mon, with summer round the corner and it's versatile nature, say Yo! to yogurts this season and enjoy healthy desserts.

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Recharge Yourself Up your creativity by catching a power nap in the middle of a busy day.

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ver wondered why you feel so rejuvenated after an afternoon siesta, even if it is as short as 10 minutes? The reason is simple. A nap relaxes your senses and recharges you instantly.

So what exactly are power naps?

They are brief periods of sleep (see below for ideal length of time) that can be refreshing for the mind and the body.

They do not stretch through the entire sleep cycle but comprise a range of short sleep patterns which terminate just before deep slow-wave sleep (SWS) sets in

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The term “power nap” was coined

by James Maas a Cornell University (US) social psychologist (best known for his best-selling book Power Sleep) who proved that power naps can significantly improve work output, especially among workers who have generated a sleep deficit. A University of Dusseldorf (Germany)

Sipping herbal tea just before dozing off will also help since the caffeine in it will take some time to kick in, thus waking you up at the right time

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study proved that even six minutes of sleep produces measurable improvement in memory recall. It is believed that onset of sleep itself is enough to initiate the memory processes, an effect that remains active even after termination of sleep. Scientists from Flinders University (Adelaide, Australia) found that a power nap of as little as 10 minutes in individuals whose sleep had been restricted to five hours per night, was tangibly beneficial. This apart, studies at NASA, the National Institutes of Mental Health in the US and at Harvard have proved that power naps can reverse the information overload that we feel in today's work environment, and improve discrimination and decision making.

Also, a new study, published by the US Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, found that as few

Did you know?

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as 8.4 minutes of sleep in the middle of the day pushed up alertness.

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revitalises you, if you are among those who hate mid-day napping,’ says Dr Satish Kaul, consultant, Internal Medicine, at the Columbia Asia hospital, Gurgaon.

‘A power nap of less than 30 minutes is said to restore wakefulness by giving your eyes the much needed rest,’ says Dr Nidhi Dhawan, ENT surgeon, Shroff’s Hospital, New Delhi.

Relaxes You

‘If you can’t manage a power nap, even putting your head down on your desk and resting for few minutes will help. Taking a walk away from your computer and sitting in a quiet place also

The famous Spanish artist Salvador Dali used to take his naps with his hand draped over the arm of his chair, holding a spoon over a plate on the floor. As he drifted into sleep and lost the grip on the spoon, it would clatter on the plate underneath and wake him up….

Nap time over!

Gets You Going

Scientists have proven that taking a 20-minute nap approximately eight hours after you have woken up will do more for your stamina than sleeping for another 20 minutes in the morning. Napping can also enhance the functioning of the heart. In a six-year study of Greek adults, researchers found that men who took naps at least three times a week had a 37 percent lower risk of heart-related deaths.

The Renaissance man, Leonardo Da Vinci slept almost exclusively in power naps: 15-minute siestas every four hours. However, Claudio Stampi, a sleep researcher later found out that he could not have carried on like this for more than two months at a time, since night time sleep is crucial for existence.

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Ever wonder how some people, especially celebrities, seem to have the energy to party all night, night after night without seeming any worse?

Well, the secret could lie in their Disco Naps. Disco naps are short 10 to 30 minute sleep spells taken before getting ready for a night out. This refreshes and recharges you, leaving you ready and raring to party. Try it the next time you have a big party to go to. Remember how as children our moms always made us sleep in the afternoon, especially if there was a party in the evening? If it worked when we were children, why not now?

Disco nap on and party on!

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The ideal duration of a power nap should be about 20 minutes; not more than 30 minutes Be Careful

‘The ideal duration of power nap should be about 20 minutes; definitely not more than 30 minutes,’ says Dr Satish Kaul. This serves as enough time for the body to rest. If strapped for time, a 6-10 minute nap too will help refresh.

Experts say the ideal time to nap is generally between 1-4 pm.

Napping later in the day could interfere with night sleep. ‘Also, at the end of the day, there is no substitute for normal and complete sleep cycle,’ says Dr Nidhi.

Make Some Time

Most people who may agree that power naps help refresh are unable to get down to it. Neeraj Mehta, fitness expert, and director of The GFFI Fitness Academy in Delhi offers some good advice: ‘Avoid

consuming too much sugar in the working hours before your nap as these foods make it harder to get sleep, since the caffeine in them blocks the connection of adenosine (the sleep chemical) to nerve cells.

Instead, try to consume iron and calcium rich foods since they have a calming effect on the body and induce sleep. Also, you don’t even need your desk for a power nap. Try getting some quick shut-eye when you are on the move in a car, bus or train. Even closing your eyes for five minutes and lying in Shava Asana (in a relaxed state, letting the body lose) can release all your stress.’

For those, who still find it difficult to get sleep, try setting an alarm for 30 minutes initially (if you are among those who can’t fall asleep immediately) and reduce it to 20 minutes as you go along. Sipping herbal tea just before dozing off will also help since the caffeine in it will take some time to kick in, thus waking you up at the right time (However, avoid caffeine an hour prior to napping)

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Healthy

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A healthy cocktail sounds like an oxymoron, but the more health conscious go a notch above to enjoy guilt free drinking.

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t's been a long week, and you're looking forward to happy hour.

But a night out drinking can do serious damage to your diet, especially if you order cocktails made with high-calorie mixers.

Still, happy hour doesn't have to be a diet downer. With a little planning, you can avoid a

diet disaster, and there are some alcoholic drinks that are relatively low in calories. We all know desserts are fattening. But when it comes to alcoholic drinks sometimes the calories don't register, even though a single chocolate martini has more calories than a McDonald's grilled chicken sandwich.

In fact, 1 gram of alcohol has 7 calories, compared to 4 calories for a gram of carbohydrates or protein. A Mudslide has more than 800 calories

Apple and Ginger martini HAS A Calorie count of 160. Fresh ginger juice has great medicinal properties and Apple doesn't need an introduction in the health department

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Syrups, sour mix, sugary fruit juices, and creamy additions turn drinks into desserts. Order drinks mixed with club soda, tonic water, cranberry juice, or a squeeze of citrus; or try distilled liquors on the rocks. You’ll save up to 800 calories.

There are many simple tricks to make your drink lighter yet delicious. All you need to do is see you use the right ingredients. A lot of the calories and sugar that can be found in cocktails come from the mixers, not the alcohol itself, so swap out half the amount of mixer with seltzer water to still get the same flavour but with less sugar.

When making drinks at home, always opt for more natural options over processed ones to get the most nutrients out of them. Stack the

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Always opt for more natural options over processed ones deck in your favour by getting the most nutrients out of your happy home hour by drinking fresh fruit juices.

Struggling to beat the hellish heat of summer – guests are looking to quench their thirst with drinks

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that are refreshing, lemony, with a slight fizz yet healthy. Keeping this in mind Manu Chandra, Executive Chef & Partner, Monkey Bar suggests us to try Mangaa, which is a heady mix of aam panna and vodka. The drink gets its health benefits from the aam panna, which is made from raw mangoes, known to have great cooling and hydrating properties, as well as detoxifying effects. The drink is a good source of vitamin B1 and B2 as well as vitamin C.

Mixed bag

Some restaurants have come up with a healthier way of drinking alcohol by creating veggie cocktails made out of cucumber, carrots, kale and even peas. Mixologists worldwide are interested to work

(VODKA, AAM PANNA, SWEET LIME & JEERA SALT) INGREDIENTS

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60 ml vodka 90 ml freshly squeezed sweet lime juice 45 ml raw mango squash/aam panna 1 raw mango slice, to garnish

Add all the above ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

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Shake well and pour into a mason jar or glass of your choice.

Garnish with a slice of raw mango.

Recipe by Chef Manu Chandra, Executive Chef And Partner, Monkey Bar

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healthy options "Trying to be healthy at the Bar is definitely not an easy task, but while trying to get high you can choose cocktails which are easy on sugar and use fresh ingredients"

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Water melon and Basil coolers - A refreshing cooler with vodka, watermelon chunks and flavored with Basil. The cocktail keeps away from artificial sweetening and a fruit like watermelon always cuts down on calories.

Calorie Count: 170

Celerio – Gin, Orange and Celery juice. With celery juice working as the elixir here, this cocktail has fresh orange juice and gin making it a great post gym recovery drink.

Calorie Count: 180 Cucumber and lemon grass cooler- A mix of Vodka, Cucumber and lemon grass. Chunks of cucumber in the drink help fight dehydration and lemon grass has soothing properties Calorie Count: 150 Inputs from Anthony Phillip, Sommelier and Bar Manager, Amour The Patio Restaurant Cafe & Bar, New Delhi.

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with vegetables for their cocktail menu, while unlike fruits they were rarely used in mixed drinks. Some of the veggie-cocktails include - the 'Edamame and Shiso', made with vodka, edamame puree, muddled cucumber, shiso (an Asian herb) leaf, shaved ginger, a ‘wasabipink Himalayan salt rim,’ and the 'Margarita 20/20' consisting of carrot juice with blanco tequila, among other things.

Cucumber is a cooling fruit and has a natural, refreshing sweetness If you want to try a simple heathy cocktail at home then you could opt for a Spicy Vodka Soda, Mumbai Mango Mojito or Cooling Calcutta.

Jaljeera powder used in Spicy Vodka Soda, is a spice blend that combines

cumin, ginger, black pepper, mint, black salt, some dried fruit powder (either mango or some citrus zest), and cayenne. The blend of spices that we suggest may make you sweat a little more, but you’re getting toxins out of your body as you put them in.

Also, these spices are great for jumpstarting your metabolism.

The salt in the Cooling Calcutta brings out the natural sugars of the blueberries and allows you to avoid refined or artificial sweeteners.

Cucumber is a cooling fruit and has a natural, refreshing sweetness. Ahhhh.

If possible, choose something that has yogurt or cream in it, because the fats and the proteins in yogurt slow down the absorption of the sugar in the drink. Another top tip for improving the health benefits of your cocktail is to eat something along with it and to drink a lot of water to avoid dehydration.

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There is nothing that can enhance the beauty of a lady better than a well styled skirt. Here are trending skirt styles for 2014.

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t’s time to step away from the tomboy fashion and dig some more into the ladylike vintage styles because this season we celebrate femininity through fabulous old fashion trends that are making a long-waited comeback. One of them being skirts.

But this is a wrong perception; it goes well with any body type. But before wearing, just make sure that you choose the right style of your body type Indian women like the stylish pleated skirts, ruffle skirts, straight skirts, fish cut wrap around skirts and the names and styles can go

on. Skirt is not just a western dress.

The best thing about skirts is that you can wear them on all occasions, whether for daily wear, informal

When paired with just the right top, shoes and accessories, this hippie-chic skirt can look incredibly stylish but also comfortable and casual

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wear or formal wear. Most women think that they suit only slim figured girls. But this is only a myth; it goes well with any body type. Just make sure that you choose the right style for your body type.

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It's that trend that dared to bare, and won. Sheer skirts remains a statement to make in Spring/ Summer 2014 as it still rules the runaways. The beauty of this trend is that it strikes a perfect balance between saucy and sophisticated, both covering and revealing at the same time.

For those who do not know what this means - it is a long transparent skirt worn over a shorter solid skirt, shorts, or leggings. The sheer fabric offers a hint of romance and the fabric shows off the perfect amount of skin without being too revealing. It offers the demeanor of boudoir imagery.

The skirt is perfect for showing off your legs. White sheer fabric offers the look of innocence.

Black sheer fabric exemplifies a goth image. Pink and red sheer fabrics offer a hint of romance. A multicolour pattern can also be worn over solid black or white for some added flair.

Pretty pleats

The skirt is a hero piece this season and the pleated style has emerged as one of the most

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popular. Pretty, and pretty simple, knife-pleat skirts are cutting-edge again, especially when they hit just above the knee and are paired with a slouchy tee. From leather variations to box pleats with high waisted numbers thrown in for good measure, tap into the versatile trend. A chic pleated mini skirt is easy to wear and provides playful movement. It is important to know which kind

The pleated style has emerged as one of the most popular this season of pleat would suit your body type before you don this look. Stitcheddown pleats lie flat at the top and are ideal for a bulging tummy.

Accordion pleats are full through the hips, so you get an hourglass effect. Knife pleats have the least volume and are perfect for bigger bums! What’s more inticing is the look is easy to pull off for any style.

You can pair a pleated number with a solid tank, graphic tee, or even a flowy blouse for the workplace.

Skirt styles for spring Voluminous lady-like skirts Pencil skirts Sheer skirts Skater skirts Maxi skirts

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Ruffled skirts Mid calf skirts High-low skirts Corrugated skirts Tea length skirts

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Like the flowing maxi dress, the maxi skirt trend is here to stay this season. These long skirts can be worn in a variety of ways, but it's important to know the basics before jumping on this fashion trend. When paired with just the right top, shoes and accessories, this hippie-chic skirt can look not only incredibly stylish but also comfortable and casual. Most maxi skirt styles are full of volume, so it's important to balance out the silhouette by pairing the skirt with a tighter, closer-fitting top. This will give your look more structure and help highlight your waist beneath all of that maxi skirt fabric. Try tucking in a tank or tee, or adding

a cropped jacket or blazer. The beauty of a maxi skirt is that it can be dressed up or down, worn with flats or heels. For a more casual look, choose a pair of embellished gladiator sandals or flats. Add a few pieces of jewellery, such as bracelets and you’re ready for the day or evening!

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If you’re working 9 to 5 like most of us, you wake up every morning needing an outfit to go to the office. Pencil skirts are a work wardrobe classic and can also be very flattering. Balance out a fitted pencil skirt with a cardigan or blazer on top. Instead of black, try a warm fall color like mustard or wine.

Shape wear can be your best friend under a nicely fitted pencil skirt to create a smooth look. A printed scarf and a satchel-style bag completes the look that’s perfect for office.

All stylists agree that the hottest trend this season is leather. The best way to wear this look in a sexy and polished way is by incorporating a curve-hugging, knee-length leather skirt, which can be worn at the office, for date night, or cocktail hour with your girl friends. To keep it office-friendly, make sure to also wear a silk blouse, cardigan, or blazer.

Maxi skirts, mid-length skirts and high-to-low hemlines are my go-to summer skirts. So pick your favourite and make a statement this season.

Keep in mind Select the skirt according to your body type Pick up the right material for your skirt Go for the right design

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Pick complementing shades and prints Check your hemline Smartly compliment with the right top

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YOUR STRESS

Blossom Kocchar gives a lowdown on how you could combat stress at your workplace with aromatherapy and essential oils.

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orporate life is gradually becoming all the more stressful. This tension in turn tends to trigger many common ailments and diseases.

It is a well known fact that stress and burnout at the workplace are serious and continuing problems.

Constant exposure to computers/ laptops, strong lightings, lack of availability of sunshine, job pressure demands are some of the factors that contribute to increased stress levels at the workplace.

The month of March – April seems to play a major role in enhancement of the stress. It is the time for concentrating on preparing the company budget and analysing the total turnover and yearly profit/ loss of the company Apart from planning for the forth coming financial year professionals in corporate lives also face the challenge of enhancing their skills and work productivity. All this stress combined together in turn may have

a detrimental effect on the final productivity of the employee.

The way forward

You can combat this stressful situation through natural means

Aromatherapy, as the name suggests, is healing the mind, body and soul using beautiful fragrances and scented essential oils

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by resorting to aromatherapy and usage of essential oils. Both of these things can help you destress and calm you down, and can enhance your work productivity.

Aromatherapy, as the name suggests, is healing the mind, body and soul using beautiful fragrances and scented essential oils. This is a pure and unadulterated natural remedy for many aches, stress and dull moods, etc. The essential oils used in aromatherapy are concentrated extracts which are derived from the roots, leaves and blossoms of herbs. Essential oils are very powerful in their concentrated form, and hence are not directly applied onto the skin. They are first diluted with carrier oils like apricot kernel oil or sweet almond oil. They

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Essential oils are very powerful so it is recommended to not apply them directly How to use aromatherapy at work There are many ways to bring aromatherapy into the workplace.

Diffusers heat essential oils and allow their molecules to be released into the atmosphere. Inhaling different essential oils can alter your mood, stimulate creativity, help

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concentration and rid the area of airborne viruses and bacteria. For example, using Lavender essential oil in your office is said to reduce computer errors by at least 25 per cent!

Neroli oil: It is a stress buster that not just wards off tension but also relieves you of mental exhaustion and agitation arising out of office nuances. It also improves concentration.

How to use: It can be used in a diffuser, which heats the oil and allows its molecules to harmonise with the atmosphere to keep you relieved.

If a diffuser is not available, then put just a drop or two of Neroli oil on a cotton bud or tissue paper and place it near your work station.

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Aids in blood circulation Drives away cold Induces sleep Helps in concentration

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Loss of memory, lethargy and strain can be treated with rosemary oil

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Soon you will find the fragrance working for you. For diffusers use 4 to 6 drops. This will help in concentration and remove mental block.

Basil oil: This oil is ideal to fight the effects of negativity, burn-out and intellectual fatigue. A regular use ensures better concentration, clarity of thoughts and a bounce of enthusiasm to keep you going at your work.

How to use: Take a bowl of water and put less than a drop of Basil oil in it. Now, soak a towel in it and then use it to wipe your body, specially the exposed parts of your body before going to sleep.

Alternatively, you can also put

one tenth of a drop of this oil behind your ear and feel the fragrance giving you a relaxing effect.

Rosemary oil: Loss of memory, lethargy and strain can be treated with rosemary oil. It gives you energy, and gives a boost to the immunity system.

How to use: It can be used in a bath or in a diffuser.

Lemon oil: When seasonal colds and flues make their rounds in the office, be sure to diffuse anti-viral oil such as Lemon essential oil around the entire office.

How to use: It can be used in a aroma diffuser.

Tea tree oil: For added protection use some Tea Tree

Benefits of Aromatherapy Apart from these, if you have any other favourite essential oil, you can use it in the following ways in your office: 1. A few drops of oil on the

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oil to wipe down work surfaces, keyboards, lunch tables, telephones and anything else that is shared in the office.

By taking a natural approach to reducing stress, employees can improve the comfort level of their workplace and thereby improve their effectiveness and productivity.

Aromatherapy and essential oils can help you cope with stress and calm you down, and can enhance productivity. Unless authorized by a doctor or trained professional, essential oils should never be taken by mouth, as oils are quite toxic.

So indulge in some aromatherapy and de-stress yourself naturally.

cardboard tube inside a roll of toilet paper works well to ensure a nice smelling bathroom.

2. Want to spread the scent around?

Simply keep a ball of cotton dipped in essential oils in your business card box and there - you have scented cards!

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Water baby

Pool time can beat gymming in terms of benefits, so this summer beating the heat in the pool can be the best exercise.

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id you know you could actually jog in water? With summers round the corner, it is again time to head to the pools and there is much that you can try this season. Swimming can be the best exercise in summers, which is rejuvenating as well as beneficial in many ways. It is one activity which people from all age groups can easily indulge in.

What might come as a surprise to you is that while you are enjoying yourself in a pool you can also end up gaining much more . There are many ways to get fit and stay cool in the water

Water fitness

Most obviously you would swim laps or tread water, but you can also jog in the water. Additionally, there are a variety of products available that can increase the resistance in your workout, including buoyancy belts and dumbbells, gloves and noodles. You can actually lift weights underwater.When you do water exercises, be sure to keep

“With a pool, you can thumb your nose at arthritis, diabetes, and heart diseases. Proven to be the safest form of exercise, your pool is one of the bulwarks of health for you. With pools, you have to make sure that they are safe and the water is clean.”

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Water workouts Treading Intervals

In deep water, tread as hard as you can for 30 seconds.

Then go easy or float on your back for 30 seconds.

Waist-Deep Lunges

In waist-deep water, lunge with right foot forward, right thigh parallel to pool floor, left knee bent, hands on hips. Quickly jump up, scissor legs, and land with the left leg forward. Do 15 to 20 times.

The Blender

In waist-deep water, quickly swing right leg forward.

Pause, and then pull it back against the current to starting position. Next, swing leg to side, then back.

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Squat jump

Squat down with arms extended at shoulder height; jump as high as possible while raising arms overhead.

Bicycle

Lean with back against side of pool, arms outstretched at edge. "Pedal" legs at surface.

Crunch

From bicycle, extend legs, keeping feet together. Pull both knees into chest. Return to starting position.

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your balance and body position.

You won't be fighting gravity, so it will feel different at first. Keep your weight evenly distributed, and keep your heels on the floor of the pool.

The benefits of pool workouts are numerous. The average 30 minute pool workout burns approximately 300 calories. It takes the elimination of 3500 calories to burn off a pound of body fat. A minimum three to four times per week pool workout is recommended, so a mere three to four weeks will result in measurable weight loss.

Pool workouts are a great way to build up cardio endurance. When in cooler water, the blood moves through the body at a faster rate to warm it up. When coupled with an aerobic program the result is an improved cardiovascular performance over time. When strength training, the muscles require rest time in order to repair themselves. If lifting weights on off days, those that exercise are urged to use other muscles or simply take the day off. Due to the buoyancy of water, and the lack of impact that joints and muscles receive, many exercisers are encouraged to perform pool workouts on off days. Pool workouts are the alternative to losing out on a day’s worth of exercise time, as they allow for active recovery. Not

only can fat burning continue, but the active training can also help build muscles quicker, while continued conditioning occurs.

Pool workouts are the alternative to losing out on a day’s worth of exercise time Better than the best

Unlike many exercises, the pool provides a “soft” environment for workouts. Not only do you not have to worry about falling (as the water supports the body in every position), but the water also helps alleviate the feelings of fatigue because it’s supporting so much of the body’s weight. In addition, flexibility results due to a wider range of motions the body can achieve due to the absence

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of gravity acting on the joints. Like any regular exercise, pool workouts are great stress relievers. The exercise stimulates the brain to release chemicals that make the body feel good. When performing pool exercises in warmer water temperatures, the movement of water against and over the body results in both massage and relaxation. This calming effect can decrease, or eliminate the pain resulting from a workout. If you’re a strong swimmer then even in the deep end your workout does not require any additional equipments. Due to the resistance of water, pool workouts in just waist or chest high water are quite effective for weight loss, cardio and strength training. If accessible, give pool workouts a try to begin an exercise program, or enhance an existing program. Water has great properties which work well for workouts. Water provides 12 to 15 times more resistance than air. So you can burn as many as 3 times more calories than if you walked at a moderate pace—and it's more refreshing! You don't even have to swim to get these results. So what are you waiting for, the pool should be your favourite place this summer.

Keep in mind

Lighting of the pool and the entire surrounding area needs to be properly planned and considered. Also, your pool builder should know the ‘fluid dynamics’ to ensure that the pool water is clear all the time, negating the need to change the water and empty the pool. Maintaining pool water’s pH balance makes sure swimmers do not have any rashes or skin problems and infections.”

The author is the Director of RDX Gym and Spas

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Beyond The Glitz

And Glamour

From acting to making moolah with their side businesses, the actor brigade is turning out to be the smart cookies.

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ctors have already proved their mettle on screen, that they can act and dance around the trees. Acting is their passion, but the profession doesn't guarantee long-term stability. For some actors having a career option to fall back on might have been a necessity, but for many others it was starting something for a lark. Bollywood and Tellywood have been bitten by the entrepreneurial bug for quite some time, but what started as a trickle years ago has now turned into a flood. Of late, we have seen many actors donning the hat of a producer or having stakes in cricket teams, salons, spas, restaurants, retail chains et al.

We take a look at some of the actors who have taken the plunge into something beyond the arc lights and emerged winners (sometimes)! Well thanks to their business minds and correct investment agendas, many actors have been laughing their way to the banks. Let’s take a look at their life beyond acting!

Back up plans

Shahrukh Khan apart from being a superstar also owns a production house. From television shows

Mandira Bedi owns a sari shop and does exhibitions across the country ; Maria Goretti does food blogging as a food connoisseur; Mini Mathur designs cocktail & handloom saris

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Salman sporting a Being Human T-shirt; Sushmita Sen's jewellery store in Dubai

Salman has his Being Human to bank on, which now has its own exclusive stores across the country

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to movies, the production house churns out a host of things to keep the star no less than a busy bee. This is not all, the King Khan also has stakes in IPL alongside Juhi Chawla to keep him pre-occupied. So is the case with Aamir Khan, surely a smart entrepreneur, who produces movies year after year investing his money at the right movies and actors, and with thought provoking campaigns in tow. While the other Khan, Salman Khan, has his cards well placed with his brothers and is

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still piggybanking on his Dabangg fervour year after year. He also has Being Human to bank on, which has its own stores across the country.

Hrithik Roshan has a host of buildings given on rent to media production houses. A couple of successful movies launched his career as a producer and there has been no looking back thereafter!

Sunny Deol with his lucky mascot brother and father in tow, produces movies. The deols also have their own sound and music recording

Bipasha gives personal touch to a line of smart accessories on the e-commerce portal The Trunk Label Malaika Arora Khan styles a clothing line The Closet Label Hrithik Roshan is putting

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studio. Ajay Devgan is mostly seen acting in his own productions. He has also invested in a 25 MW Solar Power Plant in Gujarat. Dino Morea has a chain of restaurants (Crepe Station) in the country, besides a retail line. So is the case with Arjun Rampal, who has opened a lounge bar(Lap) in Delhi and also runs an event management company (Chasing Ganesha) which has played host to several international stars on their personal visits to India. The actor of the yesteryears, Mithun Chakravarty who owns a plush hotel in Ooty also has stakes in IPL teams. Sunil Shetty owns a retail line and restaurants in Mumbai; he and his wife co-organize high end exhibitions every few months. He has stakes in Hakim Alim’s salons as well. The media savvy and well educated (MBA degree)- John Abraham got into film production and produced his first venture ( Vicky Donor), which earned

together a casual wear line for myntra.com called HRX. Suzzane Khan has joined hands with star wives Seema Khan (Sohail Khan's wife) and Maheep Kapoor (Sanjay Kapoor's wife) and has set up Bandra 190

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Making it big Small screen television stars turn entrepreneurs

Hiten Tejwani owns a restaurant named Barcode O53 Mohit Mallik is the owner of a chain of restaurants along with a health store Pawan Shankar organizes lifestyle exhibitions across the country Kushal Punjabi owns nightclub Ye 'ole Watering Hole

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Anuj Saxena is a qualified doctor, producer, a restaurateur and the managing director of pharmaceutical company Elder Health Care Karan Kundra has a call centre in Chandigarh Chetan Hansraj and Sumeet Raghavan have their own production houses Sachin Shroff runs a business that supplies construction steel

Mishal Raheja owns Party Hard Drivers company.

Rakshanda Khan and Pooja Ghai have their own event management firms.

Sara Khan, Achint Kaur and Sanjeeda Sheikh have their own beauty salons.

Rupali Ganguly runs an advertising agency.

Riva Bubber has a dog grooming salon.

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enough dough to give him immense encouragement to move ahead in the line. He has bought properties abroad and invested wisely in the share market.

Damsels 'not' in distress

The women in the industry are no less of entrepreneurs. Shilpa Shetty Kundra has stakes in IPL, has opened spas across the country besides her fitness DVD and TV shows. Another beauty queen turned actress- Lara Dutta is setting up a designer shoe line besides her fitness DVD that was released early last year and was a smashing hit. Bipasha Basu also almost followed suit after a host of actresses launched their fitness DVDs,

Jacqueline Fernandes has bought an island in her country of origin she came up with hers recently.

Sushmita Sen owns a jewellery house in Dubai besides the Miss Universe India franchise, alongside producing a film or two. The pretty damsel, Preity Zinta bought an IPL team with her ex beau and is all set to release her film this year. Stepping into the producer’s shoes was also Dia Mirza whose movie, though did not taste box office success. Another beauty queen turned actress Priyanka

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Chopra still has a roaring career to bank on, however she came up recently with her music video which she shot in LA, besides medical/ cosmetic clinics which her mother looks after (her mother is a doctor by profession).

Newbie actress Jacqueline Fernandes has bought an island in her country of origin which she is touted to open soon to tourists, with resort facilities. Fairly a newbie, actress Anushka Sharma too joined the bandwagon of producers, and perhaps is the youngest to produce the movie NH10. Socialite- cumactress, Poonam Dhillon has a vanity van service which she has been successfully handling for over a decade now.

Given the tough competition and business ventures, our Bollywood actors are certainly turning out to be business savvy entrepreneurs or, may we say, risk takers.

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generation ago who could have imagined that parents of the future would have to force (tempt/plead) children to go out and play? That the fear of school ‘health and safety’ rules would deter children from climbing trees and bars?

That the possibility of being unplugged from all ‘screens’ even for a day would be unthinkable?

Our children spend almost 90 per cent of their time indoors, 50 hours a week tied to some electronic gadget and getting less than 30 minutes of fitness training a day.

They have become out of shape, attention deficient, stressed out and are spaced out “Ten year olds today, are physically weaker than those ten years ago,” confirms a recent study published in the child health journal Acta Paediatrica. They are less muscular, less able to hang, (from wall bars in a gym) can do fewer

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sit-ups and have lesser arm strength and looser grips. Coupled with older established findings like— children are becoming more unfit, less active and often heavier than before, these are serious causes of concern. Our modern, fast-paced, gadget driven lifestyles with their structured activities and virtual communications have changed the way our children ‘play’. It’s time to unlearn and relearn. It’s time to unplug and move out!

Here are 8 reasons why it’s time to shift childhood outdoors 1. A Natural Affinity

A hypothesis called ‘biophillia’ literally meaning love of life; suggests that we all have a biological need to be in nature since we are all products of its evolution, and that when we are away or cut off from nature, it hampers our wellbeing. That is why a walk in nature refreshes us and lifts our spirits versus a walk on the treadmill in a gym.

Children have even more of a natural preference for the outdoors.

They are innately driven to be curious about the outside world and have a desire to explore.

2. Mental health cognitive development There are studies being conducted every day that underpin the relationship between playing

Physical development Playing actively outdoors keeps children lean and fit. It increases muscular strength. It strengthens their muscles and provides them with more stamina.

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in natural settings and mental health. Playing outdoors strikes a balance between body and mind. A disconnect with nature, increased obsession with electronic devices and a hurried lifestyle are the main causes that lead to affecting the mental health of today's kids.

3. Sensory development

Being outdoors in the open offers

catching, skipping rope, playing tag, riding a bicycle or just even strolling teaches them how to use their large muscles and develops gross motor skills.

Swinging, playing with sand, arranging stones, etc. promote the development of their fine motor skills.

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Get outdoors Playing actively outdoors keeps children lean and fit.

It reduces their risk of being overweight, and obesity related ailments including heart diseases, diabetes etc.

Outdoor play also promotes flexibility, improves motor function along with a wide variety of physical skills and increased muscular strength.

Studies have shown stress levels in children fall within minutes of seeing green spaces

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Swimming, balancing on a plank, climbing trees, throwing and catching, skipping rope, playing tag, riding a bicycle or even just strolling teaches them how to use their large muscles and develop gross motor skills. For eg, swinging engages all their muscles to hold on, to balance, and to move their body back and forth.

with its varied physical structures and diverse sensory stimulations, improved perceptual abilities among children like the sense of smell, touch etc. Listening to birds, feeling the sand, smelling the flowers are all experiences that enrich all the senses in comparison to when the children are in front of TV or computer which primarily stimulate only the visual sense.

Muscle strength in hands and fingers and coordination of the eyes and hands is boosted when playing with sand, arranging stones, thus promoting the development of their fine motor skills.

Outdoor play offers opportunities for developing social skills and building community interactions.

In an unstructured environment children easily make friends and establish relationships without even being aware that they are socialising.

Fitness training outdoors also boosts body confidence and thus self esteem. Outdoor play equals happier children and they behave like less stressful souls.

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4. Social and emotional development

5. chase the blues away with the greens

Yes, our children have high levels of stress. Depression, anxiety, migraines, and their prescriptions – tranquilizers, antidepressants, sleeping pills etc are all becoming more and more common with pediatrics. Loss of free time, a rushed lifestyle and a disconnect with nature are the main causes.

Studies have shown stress levels in children fall within minutes of seeing green spaces. New researches have shown that playing in natural environments can help children better manage stress, improve attention spans and enhance learning. ‘Green outdoor space lessens brain fatigue’ confirm scientists using data from mobile electroencephalography (EEG).

Running outside, breathing in fresh air helps children to release stress, burn steam while exploring ideas and emotions. It develops a sense of wonder and their relationship with the world establishes a strong self esteem.

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Basking in the sun for 10 to 15 minutes a day, boosts ‘sunshine vitamin’ levels 6. Immunity building and better eye sight

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vision and lowers the chances of nearsightedness. Cambridge University scientists worked on a study and their findings suggested that every hour that is spent outdoors each week can reduce a child’s chance of becoming shortsighted by two per cent. So, if you want your kids to be sober in their temper, move them out.

A good idea to push your kids to rush outdoors so that they can get some fresh air.

Basking in the sun even for 10 to 15 minutes a day, boosts our ‘sunshine vitamin’ levels. Vitamin D has tremendous healing powers and can help protect children from a wide range of ailments from heart diseases to osteoporosis and even some forms of cancer. It builds immunity and bones.

Playing outdoors protects our eyesight; it improves distance

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Playing outdoors is pivotal in establishing a connection between children and nature. It builds their conceptions and values. They establish their attitudes to the environment and will influence the way they protect it in the future.

A love for nature and a sense of harmony towards it goes a long way.

It’s time then to move outdoors, to shift our online children; offline and outside. Whether it’s cycling, running, doing Yoga, running with your pet or even just climbing trees or skipping rope, playing in the natural environment not only builds active, healthy bodies but also benefits our intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual well-being. Outdoor fitness training is important for our holistic development and contributes to our fitness, mental alertness and general wellbeing.

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Used to spread awareness in a unique way, puppets have changed lives in a most miraculous way.

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hy are you coming back so late from school?” asks a worried Saroja. Her daughter Malar replies, “I saw Ramu on the way. He offered to take me to see something interesting...” “Did you go with him?” asks Saroja in a tremulous voice. Saroja and Malar are puppets. As the story unfolds, Saroja talks subtly about child abuse, good touch, bad touch and how to safeguard oneself.

“It’s easier to reach out to people and talk about sensitive issues through puppets,” says R Bhanumathi, founder of Pavai, a charitable trust dedicated to using puppets for communication Positive agenda

Pavai Centre for Puppetry was established in 2005 (pavai in Tamil meaning puppet). But Bhanumathi’s foray began when she modified the toys she had made into puppets for a relative’s play school. She

used puppetry during her job as environmental educator in an NGO. Her doctoral thesis on the status of shadow puppeteers followed.

During her research, she realised that traditional puppeteers were no longer interested in the art form

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since it was losing its entertainment status to new forms of recreation.

The artistes performed a story from the epics and their role ended there.

She decided her role should start where theirs ended. She chose to propagate puppetry as a tool for communication.

Bhanumathi decided to conduct talk shows and training programs

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The initial inhibitions vanished when a child was given a puppet rather than performing. Since then Pavai has been conducting awareness programmes on health, hygiene, literacy, AIDS, Child Sexual Abuse (CSA), nutrition and environment among students and corporate companies. In Pavai’s training programs, participants learn to make puppets, modulate and throw their voice, and manipulate the puppets.

Means to an end

In 2006, Pavai got two grants to promote puppet making as an alternative livelihood option

for women affected by tsunami.

Women from three fishing hamlets learnt to make puppets from jute, while the supply of material and marketing were taken care of by Pavai. Pavai conducted a programme for a group of pre-teens with communication problems. The initial inhibitions vanished when each child was given a puppet.

Bhanumathi asked each child a question, who had to answer through puppet. Since what emerged as the puppets’ voices were actually the children’s voices, Bhanumathi could draw them out and understand their concerns. The session had been so therapeutic that parents noticed their children becoming more communicative.

A mother who attended Pavai’s

workshop told her seven-year-old dyslexic son stories using puppets.

When he started handling the puppets, she learnt that he was being subjected to discrimination and corporal punishment at school.

This made her stand up and fight for him. Bhanumathi often has to improvise on the spot as situation demands. Talking about sanitation issues are still taboo. As a CSR initiative, a company organized a programme for students in a rural area. An introductory talk by a puppet revealed that most of the students had poor hygiene practices. Bhanumathi made up a story and two of her puppets explained about sanitation, health and hygiene, paving way for further action.

Vision Bhanumathi opines that the art form needs public patronage so that traditional artistes do not switch to other professions.

Puppetry has vast potential as a tool in various ways.

Her vision is to reach out to more people through Pavai and bring them happiness.

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know more The four main types are string, rod, glove and shadow puppets.

Leather shadow puppets are made from goat skin and are two dimensional. They are pressed against a white screen lit from behind and the audience sees the shadow.

Tholu bommalata, pava koothu, bommalaattam, kathputli, putul nach, kundei nach - Puppetry is known by different names in different states.

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Puppetry in Kerala is a religious ritual and is performed in temples where the deities are the audience.

More than hundred temples have a permanent stage for puppetry performances.

Puppetry artistes in Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka are believed to have migrated from Maratha region, for they speak Marathi, laced with the lexicon of the respective states.

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Pavai has conducted programmes for corporate houses, schools and colleges, using puppets as a tool to teach English, explain wildlife and biodiversity conservation, good habits, therapy for stress relief, etc.

Bhanumathi avers that the scope for applications is limitless. A recent trend is to have Bhanumathi’s puppetry talk show on seminar topics – such as butterfly conservation, pediatricians’ congress - in between serious sessions. Bhanumathi makes

The puppets are designed first using foam, cloth, paper, jute, or papier mache puppets for specific programmes.

Many of her puppets are ten years old.

During talk shows, she lets children handle puppets making it easier for them to relate and articulate their views. Makku, whose name translates as dumbo, looks his part with bulging eyes and a wide mouth. He is the one who teaches children the importance of education. When he talks, reasons for children not attending school or dropping out emerge. Issues affecting society such as child labour, labour

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migrancy and ignorance emerge, paving way for corrective measures.

Zippy, an online cartoon character was used in a reading challenge programme organized by the British Council Library.

The puppets are designed first using foam, cloth, paper, jute, or papier mache. These are then named.

And these names reflect the diversity that is India—names such as Minu, Tinku, Khan chacha, Zippy, Kavitha, are kept. Makku with his woebegone face and Tinku with her smiling countenance are all time favourites among children.

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It provides the opportunity of capturing the architecture without disturbances A bit of research on the buildings and their history always comes handy. Also a eye for detail helps to spot the architectural intricacy.

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Baisakhi Festival

Baisakhi is celebrated as the New Year's Day in Punjab. It was on this day in 1699 that the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh established the Khalsa Panth. Baisakhi holds significance for the farmers as it marks the time for harvest of the rabi crop, and on this day farmers express their gratitude to God for a good yield. Typically, Baisakhi is

celebrated every year on April 13 with the festival date falling on April 14 once every 36 years. Legend also has it that on this day, Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment at Bodhgaya, which is why the day holds significance for Buddhists too.

Baisakhi is celebrated with fervour and exuberance when people celebrate by dancing the giddha and bhangra. On this auspicious

day, traditionally, the Sikhs visit the Gurudwara and pay their respects.

Religious discourses and kirtans are held at Gurudwaras, and karah prasad is distributed. Langar or community lunch is also held at Gurudwaras on this day.

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Chithirai festival The two-week long Chithirai festival is one of the biggest celebrations in Madurai. The festival begins on the fifth day of the bright half of the Tamil month Chithirai.

On the full moon day, the images of gods and goddesses from the temples in and around Madurai are taken to the bed of the river Vaigai, in colourful processions accompanied by hundreds and thousands of people and musicians.

The atmosphere is one of mirth and merriment. The festival marks the marriage of Madurai's powerful presiding deity, Meenakshi with

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One state in India that attracts the most number of westerners is the state of Rajasthan. When it comes to sheer colour and exuberance, it's hard to beat this land of camels. The rich and splendid colours at the time of Gangaur, the spring festival, are dedicated to the goddess of abundance, Gauri (Parvati). Gangaur

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Hindu wedding ritual. The festival, which is celebrated with a great deal of excitement and hype with the enthusiasm of a real wedding attracts huge crowds of people, who flock to Madurai especially for the Festival.The festival also marks the end of a financial year and the beginning of another.

When: April 14 Where: Madurai, Tamil Nadu

is a largely female-centric festival, in that most of the festivities and pujas are conducted by women. The fortnight leading up to Gangaur is marked by fasting and daily puja of Gauri. On the day of the festival, a bejewelled and beautifully clothed idol of the goddess is the centrepiece of an elaborate procession. Some towns in particular such as Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer and Nathdwara are known prominently for the fair. In Udaipur a boat procession makes its way across the Pichola Lake. Among the Girasia tribals of the Sirohi - Mt. Abu region, Gangaur festivities carry on for over a month, when devotees carry decorated idols of the goddess from village to village, finally returning to the village they started from. The fun part of the festival lies in that during this period, unmarried men and women of the tribe choose their mates and elope - a custom which has prevailed through the ages.

When: April 2-3 Where: Rajasthan

Attuvela Mahotsavam Unlike Kerala's temple festivals where the focus is on elephants, the Attuvela Mahotsavam is a delightful water carnival. During the festival, a procession of warmly illuminated canoes carry huge temple replicas through the water towards the temple. They're accompanied with lots of colourfully

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decorated smaller canoes and religious percussions. According to the legend, it is the welcoming ceremony for the Goddess of Kodungalloor, who comes to visit her sister.

When: April 1 Where: Elankavu Sree Bhagavathy Temple, Vadayar, Kerala.

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Splurge on these lifestyle essentials Elegance redefined

Timberland introduces its Spring-Summer 2014 Collection for men. Each of the timepieces is a work of remarkable craftsmanship and high quality. While the dials are made of polished stainless steel, the straps are made of superior calf and khaki leather.

Price: `8,995 onwards Availability: Timberland Watches are available in Helios, Shoppers Stop and Lifestyle stores.

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Sparkling you

Through the New Age Brides wedding collection, TBZ Ltd. presents precious desirable adornments, which are a symbol of pride and prestige along with being denotative of the rich Indian traditions and cultural heritage while reflecting the dreams and desires of the modern Indian woman.

Price: On request Availability: All leading stores across the country

Slim is in

Slimming you down until you look like the man you always wanted to be, defines the new slim shirt collection of Charagh Din. Stripes, patchwork prints, turn-up sleeves and stud buttons are all available in vibrant colours.

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Travel in style

From a wide range of holdalls, wash bags and flight bags to choose from, the Travel collection from Hidesign is made in natural grain, vegetable tanned leather. The Jackson wheelies and flight bags use contrast leather straps to add the traditional edge while applying them to modern styles.

Price: `8,495 Availability: www.hidesign. com

Dress smart

Lacoste Polo dress in short sleeves and with fitted skirt in fleece is ideal for summer treks and excursions. Made out of soft petit pique and light stylish fabric, the dress offers chic feminine wear with unbeaten quality and innovation. With a classic colour palette, the dress is a must buy for this season.

Price: `5,100 Availability: All leading brand stores

Accessorize right

Basalte launches Eve- ultimate iPad frames which are simple and discreet and embrace the iPad in a stylish border. The frames come in rectangular or rounded shapes and are perfect alternatives to a home automation touch screen.

Price: On request Availability: Sector 18, HUDA Ind. Estate, Gurgaon

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‘Florsheim’ launches its stunning light weight collection of shoes called ‘Florsheim Light’. The shoes are made using XL Extralight®, a sole that is unbelievably light – three times lighter than comparable materials. The shoes are intricately designed.

Price: `7,495 Availability: Exclusive Florsheim Shoe Shop at Express Avenue (Chennai)

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Classical in appearance but contemporary in technology, Maui Jim’s latest offering Hana Hou is a not-to-bemissed blast from the past.

This round, vintage inspired frame combines a popular sunglass shape from years ago with the advanced, modern technology of Maui Jim's patented PolarizedPlus2® lenses.

Price: `13,920 Availability: All leading optical stores across India

Glowing you

Introducing new Vitamin E Overnight Serum-in-Oil, a technical innovation from The Body Shop combining the power of a serum with the indulgence of oil to replenish and recharge skin with moisture overnight.

A perfect combination of potent ingredients and leading skincare technology, the advanced serum blend is a light-weight oil, providing non-greasy application.

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The Sun Expertise by Skeyndor, a range of specific sun protection products allows you to enjoy your daily dose of Vitamin D without fear of invisible consequences. With a combination of classical filters built in, Sun Expertise products protect you without burdening your skin with the slick, sticky feel.

Price: `2,650 Availability: www.skeyndor.in

Travel smart

Bonita’s new ‘Supremo Vacuum Bag’ offers a perfect solution to luggage worries by enlarging your storage space by as much as three times. So, now you do not need to cut down on your shopping spree, nor do you need to carry multiple baggage. Best part is these bags are transparent for easy visibility and are re-usable Price: `335 Availability: Through selected dealer network

Exquisite pieces

Ra-Abta by Rahul brings to you his latest collection inspired from Floral and Fauna Motifs called Jardin(Garden). Each of the pieces in this collection consists of individually handcrafted rings or neckpieces and more. Pastel to Neon, so whether you are fond of Pink, red, orange or green, Jardin has a solution to all fashion worries.

Price: `2,000 onwards Availability: MZ-7 Stutee Building 2652-2653, Karol bagh, New Delhi

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As the summer sun shines in all its glory, the effects of sun damage plague one’s impeccable skin. The ultramodern Oriflame Sun Zone range is a vigorous mix of UVA filters, UVB filters and Vitamin E and is a potent solution to all sun related problems.

Price: `399 onwards Availablity: Contact your nearest Oriflame consultant

Hear it loud

Skullcandy's Uprock musical burn unit brags twin 40mm drivers, tangle-proof flat cables and a mixed-material composition sturdy enough to deal your beats and withstand opposing jerks, drops and hustle without breaking.

Don't mistake the ergonomic design, soft-touch finish, and plush ear pillows for weakness – this headphone thrives around-the-clock rocking.

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iraj Group Chairman Madan Paliwal’s daughter Devhooti & Vikas Purohit’s reception was star studded. It was a glitzy affair at the wedding reception of Miraj Group Chairman Madan Paliwal & Sushila Paliwal’s daughter Devhooti & Vikas Purohit’s reception.

Celebrities like Mahima Choudhary, Hema Malini, Suneil Shetty, Randhir and Rajiv Kapoor, Sana Khan, Vidya Malvade, Asha Parekh, Mohit Raina, Neil Nitin Mukesh & Nitin Mukesh, Murari Bapu, Hrishita Bhatt with hosts of TV celebs were seen wishing the couple.

Politicians, including CP Joshi, Amar Singh and Rajeev Shukla too marked their presence.

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As delicate as orchids and beautiful as roses, the Floral collection from velvetcase. com takes inspiration from the beauty of flowers that adds simplicity and elegance to each piece. A commendable fusion of gold, diamonds and pearls in floral motifs and designs form the essence of the collection.

Price: `7,860 onwards Available at: www.velvetcase. com

Comfy you

RANJIT HOSIERY has introduced a range of stylish yet affordable innerwear under the brand name RANJIT ROCKY. ROCKY. The stylish southpaw, Yuvraj Singh, has been brought on board as its Brand Ambassador.

Price: `350 Availability: Across all retail outlets in the western and Northern parts of India.

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We made time to give you an exhaustive list of super budgeted phones that won’t disappoint you or your wallet.

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1) Fly F51

Boasting a 5-inch screen and running on Android Ice Cream Sandwich, the phone is a treat for those who like watching movies or playing games.

Specs: 1 GHz Processor, 512 MB RAM, 5MP Camera (rear), 2MP (front) Price: `6,550

2) Micromax Bolt A67

A 4.5 inch multi-touch screen, Android 4.0.3 OS, 1000 MHz Dual Core Processor and Wi-Fi

proficiencies ensure a smooth experience.

512 MB RAM, 5MP Camera (rear), 0.3MP (front), Price: `5,999

Specs: 1 GHz Processor, 512 MB RAM, 2MP Camera (rear), 0.3MP (front) Price: `4,900

4) Lava Iris 405+

3) Gionee Pioneer P2

This smartphone sports a 4-inch screen and dual sim capabilities and this is a compact phone at a smacker of a price. The phone runs on Android Jelly Bean.

Specs: 1.3 GHz Dual Core Processor,

This is one of the most widely sold phones out there. What makes it sell so quickly is that the camera supports Full HD video recording and playback. The UI of the phone is also quite good and it boots quickly.

Specs: 1.3 GHz Processor, 512 MB RAM, 5MP Camera (rear), 0.3MP (front) Price: `6,299

Compare these best budget phones with the features they have and take your pick from the list

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1) Intex Cloud Y17

What stands out in this phone is its 2000 mAh battery and Android Jelly Bean OS. The 4-inch display boasts of a resolution of 244 PPI and is available in blue, black, white & red.

Specs: 1.2 GHz dual core Processor, 512 MB RAM, 2MP Camera (rear), 0.3 (front Price: `5,390

2) Karbonn A27

This 5-incher has a brilliant display capability thanks to its resolution of

540X969 pixels. It also sports a 2000 mAh battery, which means you can squeeze more time for video viewing, net surfing or gaming.

Specs: 1 GHz Dual Core Processor, 512 MB RAM, 5MP Camera (rear), 2MP (front) Price: `6,299

3) XOLO A500s

We’ve been talking about average specs of mid-level smartphones till now, but what we would like to point out in this one has to be its finish. Along with a fresh and sleek design, the phone also dons a

sturdier built. A definite buy!

Specs: 1.2 GHz dual core Processor, 512 MB RAM, 5MP Camera (rear), VGA (front) Price: `6,899

4) Spice Smartflo Pace3

What’s unique about this phone is that it has dual-sim and dual standby, and it comes pre-loaded with WhatsApp, Nimbuzz, Hoopz and other amazing apps.

Specs: 1.3 GHz Dual Core Processor, 512 MB RAM, 5MP Camera (rear), 1.3MP (front) Price: `6,499

iBall Andi 4.5 Ripple 3G If you’re looking for a middle ground between a 5-inch and 4-inch phone, then this is the one for you. With a brilliant 4.5-inch display, the phone also sports a dual LED flash for clicking fine pictures.Specs: 1.3 GHz Dual Core Processor, 512 MB RAM 5MP Camera (Rear),2MP (Front) Price: `6.799

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Main Tera Hero Release Date: April 4 Cast: Varun Dhawan, Ileana D Cruz and Nargis Fakhri Director: David Dhawan Bhoothnath Returns Release Date: April 11 Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Boman Irani, Anurag Kashyap, Usha Jadhav Director: Nitesh Tiwari

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realised that there is large- scale adulteration of fuel taking place.

Manjunath realized that the fuel is getting adulterated with kerosene, which is sold cheaper for the ‘poorest of poor’. This unnerves him. In a dramatic sequence of events, he gets several threats to his life, yet decides to do the right thing.

Yeh Hai Bakrapur Release Date: April 25 Cast: Yoshika Verma, Suruchi Aulakh, Faiz Mohammad, Uttkarsh Majumdar, Asif Basra, Anshuman Jha Director: Janaki Vishwanathan

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top 10 movie ticket booking websites 1. BookMyShow 2. Inox Movies 3. Ticketnew 4. TicketPlease 5. PVR Cinemas

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6. Big Cinemas 7. Cinemax 8. EasyMovies 9. Ticket4U 10. Kyazoonga

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Hollywood Release Date: April 25 Cast: Paul Walker, Robert Maillet, David Belle Director: Camille Delamarre BRICK MANSIONS Brick Mansions is an action drama in which the fans of late actor Paul Walker can catch a glimpse of him for the last time.

He essays the role of Damien Collier, a fearless cop who showcases a few spectacular stunt sequences.

The storyline of this film revolves around a place called Brick Mansions with an undercover cop and his chase of a ruthless criminal who has access to a neutron bomb.

What happens eventually is for the audience to find out.

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Other Releases

Captain America: The Winter Soldier Release Date: April 4 Cast: Scarlett Johansson, Cobie Smulders, Chris Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, Hayley Atwell Director: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo

The Other Woman Release Date: April 25 Cast: Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Taylor Kinney Director: Nick Cassavetes Walk of Shame Release Date: April 25 Cast: Elizabeth Banks, Gillian Jacobs , James Marsden, Ethan Suplee Director: Steven Brill

by Sayanti Banerjee

top 10 websites to watch movies 1. YouTube movies 2. IMDb 3. Crackle 4. Los Movies 5. Topmovies

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6. FreeFullMovies 7. Film.FM 8. B Movies 9. JustClickToWatch 10. Hulu Tv

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Interesting reads Travelling In, Travelling Out

The Avatari

This is an unusual collection of travel pieces by writers ranging from M.J. Akbar and Aman Nath to Devdutt Pattanaik, Jerry Pinto, Rahul Pandita and Advaita Kala. Featured here are essays on living as a Pakistani in the remote city of Copenhagen, a woman traveller being strip-searched at an American airport and traversing the haunted Bhangarh Fort in Rajasthan, among others.

Edited by: Namita Gokhale Publication: HarparCollins, Price: `599

The Invention of Wings

Very true to the title of the book, the novel is about two women’s tale quest of independence. Sarah, on her 11th birthday receives Henry-the slave as her gift. This is one gift she cannot accept and neither can she refuse. A poignant tale of two women and their belief.

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Author: Sue Monk Kidd Publication: Hachette India Price: `399

Legend has it that only those chosen by destiny can gain entry into Shambhala, the mythical kingdom believed to hold the ancient wisdom that humanity will need to resurrect itself from the inevitable apocalypse. They are the Avatari. Combining the energy of Clive Cussler’s action-packed sequences with Dan Brown’s exciting plot twists, The Avatari is a riveting thriller set around a quest for the mythical kingdom of Shambhala, the legendary repository of the secret to immortality and the first in this genre by an Indian author.

Author: Raghu Srinivasan Publication: Hachette India Price: `399

Poison Roots

An English translation of Tamil novel, Verpatru written by Padma Shri Dr. Ranganathan Parthasarath (pseudonym-Indira Parthasarathy), the novel traces the journey of Kesavan through his changing perception of ideologies and life. Kesavan starts off as a youth, is critical of his traditional practices and the story traces his final transition.

Author: Indira Parthasarathy; Translated by Padma Narayanan, Publication: Amaryllis, Price: `295

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wEBSITES TO BUY BOOKS Some websites from which you could buy books from are: Amazon, Ebay, Flipkart, Books at half.com, AbeBooks

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Creative Activity

Try your hand Take a sheet of paper and make this origami goldfish 5 C

1 Fold a paper in half along the dotted line.

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Cut the marked portion ‘A’ to ‘B’. Make the tail by putting point ‘D’ over ‘C’.

2 Fold both the side corners up to meet at the top centre.

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10 3 Fold the upper flaps downward as shown in the picture.

4 Fold both the flaps outwards along the dotted lines....

Turn upside down.

Fold and paste the bottom corner to form a ring.

7 Fold the form in half in the direction of arrow

8 Pull the top face of the form out by inserting your finger in it.

11 Now, draw the eyes and your goldfish is ready.

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This summer Marks & Spencer presents Gypsy Caravan: Bohemian inspired Silhouette, floral embroideries in light weight cottons line. Perfect for your darling girl, a trend she must have this season. The best buys would be the bright blue dress, denim shorts, embroidered tops and skirts.

Price: `1,499 Availability: All leading outlets

Complan celebrates its 50th anniversary this year and has launched the newlook packaging and messaging 'Taakat Ka Naya Plan – Naya Complan'. Each pack of New Complan 1 kg, with at least 5 liters of milk and 34 vital nutrients, helps build strong muscles and bones within the genetic potential.

New Complan is positioned to provide strength for the entire family.

Sun, Sand & more

Price: `200 onwards Availability: All retail stores

With the winter on its way out and the sun peeping in, the water is warm and its time to jump and splash about in the pool and the sea. The Beach Company is back with an even wider range of swimwear for your little ones.

Frills, polka dots and vibrant colours define the collection of swimwear.

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Healthy you

Tender feet

Keeping the tender feet of the kids in mind, Bonjour has launched an exciting, colourful and adorable range of Ben 10 socks in fabrics of cotton and lycra.

Ben is a cartoon character superhero loved by children everywhere.

Price: `88 onwards Availability: www. bonjourretail.com

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Forecast for APRIL 2014 B y D r . P rem K u mar S harma

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Good Luck Tip: Place four objects that symbolize wealth in a pottery bowl and set them on your kitchen counter.

Good Luck Tip: Draw the symbol for the planet Jupiter on a piece of paper and display it in a place where you’ll see it often.

Good Luck Tip: To stimulate prosperity burn incense in a bamboo holder.

Leo

Virgo

The beginning of the month will give you a chance to meet people you had not met lately. A firm resolve will help in achieving your aim on the academic front. A relaxing time is foreseen on the romantic front . Your efficiency is likely to be praised at work.

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Those looking for love are not likely to face much difficulty. Excellent business opportunities are foreseen for those setting out on an overseas tour. A slump in earning can be expected by some. You may be compelled to organise a function at home that you are not really keen on.

It is time to sharpen your focus once again on the professional front. Don’t get taken in by those trying to enjoy at your expense. Some efforts will be required to remain in shape.

Family life promises to cruise along smoothly. Romantic front promises to brighten up.

This is the time to make your presence felt on the professional or social front.

Some recognition is in store for those pursuing academics.

Those about to get married are likely to enjoy an extended courtship. An immensely fulfilling time is foreseen with lover on the romantic front.

Good Luck Tip: If a bathroom is next to your office or work space, hang a small mirror outside the bathroom door.

Good Luck Tip: Tie eight small bells on a red cord and hang them on the door of your work area.

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Social scene will be to your liking; so enjoy to the fullest. Going steady with someone you have met recently cannot be ruled out. Support and encouragement can be expected from the family on the academic front. Your visit to an out of town place may not achieve your aim.

Good Luck Tip: For prosperity burn three candles in your kitchen.

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Someone you have an instant liking for may begin to take interest in you on the romantic front.

You will be able to surmount all opposition at work. Victory will come with efforts. Boost in earning will find you in a much more comfortable situation than before. You are likely to become health conscious and strive for fitness.

Good Luck Tip: For prosperity use a green tablecloth on your dining table.

Positive developments on the professional front cannot be ruled out. You are likely to get the support you seek at work. It is a fine period for lovebirds to chirp together. Wedding bells may become a fitting culmination to a long-term relationship. You will succeed in stabilising the financial front.

Libra A changed work environment will come as a boon for some.

Carrying on in an unfit state can give you immense trouble on the health front. An initiative taken by you on the social front may get a mixed response from others. You may find lover a bit indifferent by the end of the month.

Cancer

Some amicable solution is certain to be found for those involved in a family dispute. On the professional front you will need to become proactive.

Breakdown in communication needs to be avoided in a relationship. You will need to be careful while driving at night or in dense traffic. Health needs care.

Good Luck Tip: Hang a glass wind chime in the window of your office or work space.

Scorpio

Some of you are likely to excel on the professional front. An award or recognition cannot be ruled out for those in a government job. A health advice from someone close will help you in coming back in shape. You remain in a happy relationship with beloved. A journey with your near ones will prove most exciting.

Good Luck Tip: for power and authority place a figurine of a lion in your office.

Good Luck Tip: Illuminate dark corners in your office or work area with some light bulbs, lamp shades or candles.

Aquarius

Pisces

Remaining in total control on the professional or academic front will not be too difficult for you. You will need to gauge the mood of a family member before taking him or her into confidence. Some of you may need to bring the fun element back into your love life.

Good Luck Tip: To soften the weighty influence of an exposed beam, hang fresh or dried herbs or flowers on it.

Your stars promise you fame and good fortune. You shall gather knowledge, information and make new long lasting contacts during this period. Chances of businessmen entering service industry will be beneficial.

Meditation and Yoga should be practiced. Some exhilarating news from your children will bring happiness.

Good Luck Tip: Attach red ribbon or fringe to an exposed beam in your office.

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he Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is a premier national professional body (imparting education primarily through distance learning) established by an Act of Parliament (Company Secretaries Act, 1980) to develop and regulate the profession of Company Secretaries.

CS R Sridharan President; The Institute of With 35,000 members and over 4 lakh Company Secretaries of students, the Institute is in constant India (ICSI) endeavour towards the transitioning of Company Secretaries as Governance Professionals.

CS R. Sridharan, a Fellow Member of the Institute has been elected uncontested as President of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) w.e.f February 7, 2014.

CS Vikas Y. Khare also a Fellow Member of the Institute has been elected uncontested as the Vice President the Institute of Company Secretaries of India w.e.f February 7, 2014.

The ICSI is the largest CS Professional organisation which is globally recognised for guiding Industry and academia on highest standards of Corporate Governance.

State of the art healthcare

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VJ Medical College & Research Hospital is located in the idyllic surroundings of Hoskote, at a distance of 30 kms from the garden city of Bangalore. Spread over 27 acres of picturesque rural landscape, it is ideally located for learning and convalescence. In this modern era, the focus of most medical institutions is confined to academic excellence; however MVJ Medical college distinguishes itself, by not only providing academic excellence, but also excels in clinical research and patients care. They have successfully treated more than 11 lakh patients, covering 400 villages since 2003. It is note-worthy that the health care services provided are absolutely free, for both Out-patients & In-patients. No charges are levied either for the bed or for surgeries, The free services are provided as a mark of respect and commitment to the founder late Dr M V Jayaraman, a visionary, and a Philanthropist.

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Joining hands

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he Government of India had launched a centrally Sponsored Plan Scheme, namely, the National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT). In order to make use of the modern technology for its registered students, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has in the past been using all possible ICT modes, including delivery of audio video lectures extensively through Gyan Darshan etc.

The ICAI intends to use the upcoming DTH platform of MHRD i.e. ICAI T. V. Channel for the benefit of more than 8 Lakh students pursuing Chartered Accountancy Course across the country. CA. K. Raghu, President, ICAI and Mr. Praveen Prakash, Joint Secretary [TEL] & Mission Director, NMEICT/MHRD signed the first MoU (on sharing the MHRD DTH Platform) at the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Higher Education, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi.

Quality education

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ot only is ITER recognised as one of the best engineering colleges in the east, but the setting up of eight other institutes in a variety of technical subjects around it has given birth to a quality education hub. After the engineering college was set up in 1996 in Odisha, other institutes imparting education in Management, Medicine, Dental Science, Nursing, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Hotel Management, Law and Agriculture were also set up.

The nine institutes, which have come under Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (SOA), a deemed university declared u/s 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, umbrella since 2007, stress on quality teaching and research. SOA has been promoting focussed research by setting up 10 research and field centres and 16 supporting research labs. As regards research-oriented papers, SOA till recently had 1,253 indexed publications, of which 928 are Scopus indexed while 325 are indexed in databases other than Scopus.

The institutes have 10,000 students, more than 970 qualified faculty members and 2,325 support staff.

SOA, which has an open admission process through its national-level test SAAT and other exams.

Luxury redefined

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LEX London has forayed to India with its first store in the City of Joy. Since 1993 the brand is experienced in 120 locations across 9 countries. ILEX’s buffet of products includes totes, handheld grabs, across body satchels and day to evening clutches along with a collection of small leather goods like purses, wallets, belts and luggage.

With fine craftsmanship and superior quality leather, each product is a blend of luxury and style.

The collections are elegantly designed with the season’s magnificent palette.

Keeping India at par with the latest trends and luxury, ILEX will also launch their collections simultaneously in India with other parts of the world.

ILEX’s buffet of products includes totes and handheld grabs

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nother fresh new range of ONN track pants from Lux will be launched this summer under the CASUALZ range of ONN. The 100% cotton ONN soft track pant provides the utmost comfort to aid the day to day body movements. They are finely crafted with premium cotton to provide softness to the wearer’s body. Track pants have long been an important component of many athletes' wardrobes. These track pants are crafted not just for the sake of style or trend, but because they offer significant benefits to help sport lovers play harder and in a variety of conditions. Track pants are a traditional part of men's athletic wardrobe and men from all walks of life can find a pair or two that match their athletic needs. One can enjoy new attractive and trendy colours in ONN Track Pants. Simply wear them with a cotton vest while you unwind over the weekend. Throw on a casual shirt and slip into flip-flops when you head for a quick chat session with your peers. And if you are hitting the gym, they surely are your best companions!

Tourism talk

is a state with many worlds. The state "Karnataka welcomes a great number of tourists every year from

across India and around the globe to its many magical historical sites, hill stations, beach towns and a large forest tract with diverse flora and fauna. There is also a huge scope for adventure and outdoor activities as Karnataka is blessed with every kind of terrain apart from snowcapped mountains. All in all, Karnataka with its many worlds is a State for everyone!," asserts Mr. Arvind Jadhav, Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism Government of Karnataka, India. This year, Karnataka tourism will showcase the Historic City of Bidar at ITB Berlin. Trying to live up to their slogan ‘One state, many worlds’ the tourism ensures that they have enough for anyone who wants to have an interesting tryst with nature, heritage and culture.

This increases the chances of attracting more and mbore people to the state.

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antage Hall, with its beautiful campus and modern facilities, is nestled between green woods and lofty hills of Dehradun and we are ready to welcome its new occupants, young girls with dreams and aspirations of their own. The school acknowledges that parents are the primary educators, but here at Vantage Hall a professional body of teachers will work in coordination with home and students to help each girl to realize her potential.

A variety of forms of Art, Music, Dance and Sports will develop in each student her latent desire for excellence in her chosen field. The Boarding House is a special place where they have created a home away from home with space for each student in a secure and caring environment. Attractively done up areas and rooms, where each student has her semi-personal and personal space and is cared for and nurtured under an experienced House Mistress and a Matron. We believe that a boarding house is not just about shelter and convenience, but an opportunity to develop confidence, self-belief and team spirit.

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we are spicejet

• Letter from the management • Behind your flight: Engineering and Maintainence • SpiceJet family • Step by step guide to meal booking and seat selection

Inside SpiceJet

Inside…

• SpiceJet celebrating Holi • Music mantra • News and more • Routemap • Schedule • Fleet guide

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we are spicejet

This photograph was clicked on the occasion of Women’s Day

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turning a new leaf

Dear Customer, This month is when one of the single biggest building blocks of the New SpiceJet—a completely new network and schedule—has come into being. The result of a complete clean-sheet of paper review of the old network, the new network offers better timings, frequencies, and connectivity to more passengers than ever before, while at the same time improving the operational efficiency of the airline.

Along with the new network, we are launching a new advertising and marketing campaign with the tagline “With All Our Heart”. This phrase captures all of the passion, commitment, energy, and warmth that characterises the New SpiceJet. We are an airline that cares. An airline that is giving it its all to transform itself to become India’s favourite airline. An airline whose people go the extra mile to take care of its customers, and to make things right if they go wrong. With the warmest, friendliest, most caring staff. With “Hot Meals and Warm Smiles”, we want to provide you with the best, warmest, most caring airline experience on the ground and in the Indian skies.

This commitment shows in everything we do, in every interaction. This commitment is what made us the #1 ontime airline as per official DGCA figures for February 2014 (the latest month for which data is available at the time of writing). This commitment is what is resulting in us getting many more positive than negative emails and feedback from our customers, as they notice and benefit from the changes. And tweets such as “@flyspicejet Surely impressed by your punctuality. You folks surprise me every single time. Great work #spicejet. Keep it up.” And “My last 10 flights have been with @ flyspicejet, all on or before time. very impressed!”.

There are more changes to come. Starting next month, we will be launching the best onboard meal service in the skies in partnership with Taj-SATs and Café Coffee Day, improving on what is already the best in-flight meal service in the Indian skies today.

Since January, customers have been able to pre-book their meals online from an expanded pictorial web menu at discounted rates, and ensure the meals of their choice are loaded on board. We recommend all customers to use our web-site to book their meals at any time upto 24 hours before departure.

This facility is available both at the time of booking, and after booking under “Manage My Booking”, and works for bookings made through any channel or travel agent.

In closing, I want to also urge all of you to check out our add-ons such as the “Empty Seat Option” and the “Preferred Flight Option” on our web-site after you make your booking, to further enhance your journey. Please also check out our online check-in facility to beat the queues, and to pick the seat of your choice. And don’t forget to register with SpiceConnect on spicejet.com to get discounts and special offers on future bookings.

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Thank you for flying SpiceJet.

Sanjiv Kapoor, Chief Executive Officer

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Safe, Secure and smooth

Ashok Gopinath, VP, Engineering and Maintenance, opines on all that it takes to keep your flight safe and comfortable.

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ven as you are flying, various activities are taking place behind the scene to ensure that the 'Flying Aircraft' reaches its destination absolutely safe, on time and provides a comfortable flying experience to each of the passengers. Personnel from the Engineering and Maintenance department are vital contributors and function as a back bone to the system.

Efficiency at its best

Engineering and Maintenance division in SpiceJet is responsible to provide an Airworthy Aircraft and fly our valuable passengers comfortably to reach their destination with inherent built-in safety as top priority.

Airworthiness, comfortable environment and on time performance is the paramount objective of the Engineering & Maintenance division The department performs various maintenance activities involving inspections, checks, testing, overhauls, and replacement of components at predetermined intervals to prevent an aircraft from falling sick. When an aircraft encounters a defect (sickness), Engineering and Maintenance personnel swing in to

MORNING MEETINGS ACROSS THE E&M NETWORK WITH ALL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTS AND STATIONS AND EVENING MEETING WITH DIFFERENT NIGHT HALT AND MAINTENANCE STATIONS HOLD THE KEY to an EXCELLENT TECHNICAL DESPATCH RELIABILITY OF AIRPLANES April 2014 | www.spiceroutemag.com

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To achieve the above objective, Engineering and Maintenance works tirelessly 24/7 through various functional departments.

Aircraft while flying, is continuously monitored on real time basis by one such Group of efficient and talented personnel in Maintenance Control Centre (MCC). MCC is the nerve centre for all operating flights which closely monitors the

Aircraft operations all through the day for all the flights to different stations and initiates immediate remedial actions when any defect is predicted or encountered to avoid delay and grounding, and ensures efficient turn around.

MCC is well equipped with best of communication systems and is manned by skilled and qualified personnel of E&M throughout the day, and one of the main contributors for on time performance minimising the disruption of flights. In the passenger cabin area, in order to

Know him Ashok Gopinath, Vice President - Engineering and Maintenance – heads the division.

With over 25 years of experience in Aircraft Engineering and Maintenance

produce a pleasing environment and a comfortable flight for the passengers, SpiceJet has skilled and talented specialists working in Passenger cabin and Cabin appearance department who continuously work in coordination.

SpiceJet considers these two factors with paramount importance and staff works tirelessly to identify and rectify cabin defects, and produce best cabin environment for the passengers.

Skillful & Versatile

When an aircraft flies to various

certification under his sleeve, he is instrumental in steering the maintenance division in coordination with other departments to ensure safe, reliable, clean and comfortable aircraft for take off for all our esteemed passengers.

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PASSENGERS ROLE Seat Belt: Seat belt are installed on aircraft for passenger safety. Seat belts prevent passenger movement and minimises the chances of injury.

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Stow your tray table and keep Seat back upright: This instruction is given to ensure your safety. It will warrant in minimum injury and allow fast evacuation of passenger in cabin.

No use of lavatory during critical phase of flight/ Return to seat: Remaining seated in the seats with seat belts secured is the safest position. This is the reason why passengers are advised to refrain from using the Lavatory or return to seat as soon as possible when flight encounters turbulence.

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destinations and lands at different Airfields, it is subjected to various impacts/loads and requires inspection and maintenance. These requirements are spelt out by the manufacturer and need to be performed within the regulatory frame work. This important task of maintenance is performed by a team of skilled and experienced engineers in line maintenance department who are in the front line of operation.

They perform all scheduled maintenance, defect rectifications and pre-flight inspections. Line Maintenance is spread all over the operating network with Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad as main maintenance stations.

SpiceJet has a dedicated Power Plant team which monitors the health of the engines Further, E&M support services department supports the maintenance activities by

scheduling appropriate maintenance checks at the right time through a maintenance programme, monitors the performance of the airplane and consults with the manufacturer for resolutions, procure spares, components and materials from approved sources. SpiceJet has a dedicated Power Plant team which monitors the health of the engines and initiates action before reaching a failure condition.

On the regulatory front, E&M approves Airworthiness Release certificate holders who review the maintenance performed in the last one year and ascertains the continued Airworthiness status.

The quality of the maintenance performed is continuously monitored by spot checks and annual audit programmes. E&M prepares itself to induct new Aircraft and starts preparing at least one year in advance to ensure that the Aircraft meets all SpiceJet and regulatory requirements. While eagerly awaiting the Boeing 737 MAX inductions, E&M is already gearing up for the mega event. 

journey with SpiceJet? Having an experience in the hospitality sector, aviation industry gave me passion, challenges, exposure and pressure—all under one roof.

The journey with SpiceJet has been full of these experiences which gave many opportunities to prove my calibre.

Money matters

With one of the most important tasks to do, Jitendra Kushwah is an ace in managing resources in the best possible way.

What are your responsibilities in your current role?

My responsibility revolves around managing financial and accounting management of the organisation.

Adherence to company policies, government regulations, accounting principles and best practices of the industry have always been my focus. I am accountable for laying down proper and effective controls in order to account and manage the finances in the best manner.

When did you join SpiceJet and what is it that you love the most?

A Chartered Accountant by profession, with more than 16 years of experience in hospitality industry, I joined SpiceJet in July 2010. Being in aviation sector, daily challenges always keep me on my toes. Facing them and meeting the expectations by getting the best and timely results make me more energetic and motivated.

Name: Jitendra Kushwah Designation:Associate Vice President – Finance & Accounts Current Role: Head Finance & Accounts

What is your fitness mantra and how do you ensure to stick to it?

Peace at work is the key mantra for me. Though not very regular with

Family & Fun Time My wife Manisha, six-and-ahalf-year old son Abeer and me—we are a sweet and small family. My loved ones are my strength and they keep me motivated and energetic. At times

my fitness regime, I always try to spare an hour of my day for outdoor sports or light workouts.

What is the high point of your job?

For our industry, resource management is a significant concern. In current scenario when aviation industry is going through a competitive phase, managing the available resources in the best possible way is very crucial. With the management’s conviction and my team’s support, managing challenges is the stepping stone towards SpiceJet’s vision, which makes me successful.

What are the challenges that you face in your functioning?

Being accountable for company's financials, we follow a systematic, organised, cost controlled process which summarises the challenges faced by any finance personnel. This is one of the most important and critical pillar for the success of an organisation. Hence, I consider each day, each decision as a challenge to meet my own expectations with myself.

it’s difficult to spend quality time with them, but balancing professional and personal life has always been my priority. I make sure I sneak out time from my professional aspirations for my family on weekends and festive occasions.

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sumptuous delights

Now, prebooking you meal aboard a SpiceJet flight is super easy. Simply, follow these steps.

Step 1 Log on to spicejet.com and choose your preferred flight Step 2 Each passenger under the same PNR

can choose his preferred meal option

Step 5 Press 'I am done' to finish and your meal is booked.

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Step 3 Now, select the 'Pre-book' tab and see our elaborate onboard menu

Choose from breakfast

Lunch/dinner

Choose your meal option from the

Step 4 menu in Veg and Non veg categories Snacks

* The food menu changes as per the flight timings.

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comfortable ride

Now, enjoy the comfort of your favourite seat aboard a SpiceJet flight; follow these steps.

Step 1 Log on to spicejet.com and choose your preferred flight.

Step 2 Each passenger under the same PNR can choose his preferred seat.

Step 3 Now click the 'Yes' tab to

reach the Spice Max menu, through which you can pre-book your preferred seat.

Step 4 By looking at the seat plan

of the aircraft, you can make your selection of your seat.

flying by a spicejet flight is a comfortable experience and to make the experience all the more refreshing and easy, we have made it easier for you to choose your preferred seat. Now, you can choose your seat—aisle, window or middle—by simply logging on to www.spicejet.com

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colours of

togetherness

each year the festival of colours— holi —brings joy to all of us. this year, we at spicejet celebrated holi with our passengers. here's A sneak peek at the journey that totally thrilled our passengers and us ofcourse.

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music on board

SpiceJet flights play soft rock music for boarding & take-off, and again for landing & disembarkation. Here's our track list...

Eagles Witchy Woman

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This was the first song that Don Henley wrote for Eagles with guitarist Bernie Leadon. "She drove herself to madness with the silver spoon" in the song is a reference to Zelda Fitzgerald's special slotted silver spoon used to dissolve sugar cubes with Absinthe.

Foreigner I Have Waited So Long “I have waited oh so long, please don't tell me baby I was wrong”. Composed

by Mick Jones, a simple lilting ballad from “Hot Blooded” that every teenager in the 1980s could identify with, became a big hit.

Peter Malick Group with Norah Jones Heart of Mine “Don’t let her know that you love her, don’t be a fool.” A Bob Dylan composition from his album Shot of Love, and re-recorded by The Peter Malick Group in 2000 featuring Norah Jones.

SpiceJet CEO Sanjiv Kapoor notes, “I first heard this track playing on the radio in my W Hotel room overlooking San Francisco Bay one evening in 2005, and was immediately drawn to it and hooked… Norah Jones at her raw finest, a must for any fan!”.

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Dr Hook When You’re In Love With a Beautiful Woman “When you're in love with a beautiful woman, you watch your friends”…

A truer phrase seldom uttered! Riding the disco wave in 1979 it became an international hit.

Fleetwood Mac Over My Head This gentle soft rock song was released as the lead single from the 1975 album Fleetwood Mac. It was the band's first song ever to achieve 'hit' status in the US. Steely Dan Do It Again The first single by this American jazz/rock band, the song reached No. 6 on the Billboard chart. The band was known for nicely blending the elements of jazz, rock, funk, and pop.

Eagles One of These Nights This title track written

by Don Henley and Glenn Frey transformed them into international superstars. According to Frey, the song is about putting things off. "We've all said, 'One of these nights I'm gonna do something - get that girl... find that house.'

Bee gees For Whom The Bell Tolls This lesser-known but still catchy Bee Gees track is from their 1993 album, “Size Isn’t

Everything”. With its plaintive lost love lyrics, this track is a pleasant reminder of the amazing vocal harmonizing power of the Brothers Gibb.

Ray Charles and Norah Jones Here we Go Again Ray Charles' 1967 hit was re-recorded as a duet in 2004 with Norah Jones as part of Charles' Grammy Award for Album of the Year winning Genius Loves Company. It proved to be the most popular and critically acclaimed song on the album.

Eagles I Can’t Tell You Why This song from “The Long Run” was the first to feature Timothy B. Schmit on lead vocals.

Live versions of the song were released in the 1980 album Eagles Live and 1994's Hell Freezes Over.

Bruce Springsteen My Hometown This 1984 song begins with a nostalgic invocation of the singer’s childhood, but then goes on to describe the racial violence & economic depression.

Franki Valli My Eyes Adored You This popular song written by Bob Crewe and Kenny Nolan was originally recorded by Franki Valli and The Four Seasons in early 1974, but was released only with Fanki Valli’s name on it.

With teenage angst lyrics like “My eyes adored you, Though I never laid a hand on you, My eyes adored you...”, this was Valli's first No. 1 hit as a solo artist.

Roxy Music / Bryan Ferry Slave To Love One of Roxy Music lead singer Bryan Ferry's most popular hits, this seductive 1985 song has been used in various cinematic works, most popularly in the erotic drama 9½ Weeks (1986).

Percy Sledge When A Man Loves a Woman Written by Calvin Lewis and Andrew Wright, this plaintive song was recorded by Percy Sledge in 1966. With lyrics like “If she is bad, he can't see it, she can do no wrong,” it talks to the throes of blind infatuation.

Chris Isaak Wicked Game This 1989 number became a raging hit when it featured in the David Lynch film Wild at Heart (1990). Its popular b/w video featuring top model Helena Christensen frolicking on the beach with Isaak was also ranked #4 on VH1's 50 Sexiest Video Moments.

Eric Clapton Wonderful Tonight Clapton wrote

"Wonderful Tonight" for his wife Patty Boyd while waiting for her to get ready to attend Paul and Linda McCartney's annual Buddy Holly party. Boyd would later say: 'Wonderful Tonight' was the most poignant reminder of all that was good in our relationship."

Gary Wright Dream Weaver This 1976 track was inspired by Autobiography of a Yogi, which was given to Wright by George Harrison. Paramhansa Yogananda's poem "God! God! God!" refers to "the idea of the mind weaving dreams."

(The Cars) Drive Written by Ric Ocasek and sung by Benjamin Orr, this was their greatest international hit.

It was used at the 1985 Live Aid concert as the background music to a montage.

Gregory Abbott Shake you Down This 1986 song by became a big hit and was certified platinum by the RIAA. It was a hit across the Atlantic Ocean, as well, peaking at number six in the UK Singles Chart.

Interestingly, Abbott has taught English at the University of California, Berkeley.

what’s new SpiceJet orders Boeing 737 MAX

Boeing [NYSE: BA] and SpiceJet announced at India Aviation 2014 an order for 42 737 MAX 8s. The 737 MAX brings the most advanced engine technologies to the world’s best-selling airplane, building on the strengths of today’s Next-Generation 737. The 737 MAX incorporates the latest-technology CFM International LEAP1B engines to deliver the highest efficiency, reliability and passenger comfort in the singleaisle market. The induction of Boeing 737 MAX will further modernise the fleet, improve

customer experience, and ensure SpiceJet operates at the most efficient fleet well into the future.

Corporate Flyer programme

Of glitz & glamour

Femina Style Diva (FSD) wants to give every girl an opportunity to come into their own—stylishly. FSD hopes to unveil young and aspiring fashionista—that chic, well-dressed girl, who knows the difference between being a trend setter and a trend follower. The glitzy evening was held at Westin Gurgaon and SpiceJet was the official airline partner for this event. Ms Kanika Sharma was crowned as SpiceJet’s Femina Style Diva.

SpiceJet Ltd, India’s preferred low fare airline, continues with the Corporate Flyer Program, a specially designed product for corporate frequent travellers. The salient features of this program include offer to get 1 free one way ticket on 6 completed one way journeys. Similarly, 2 free one way tickets can be availed against 10 completed one way journeys.

The offer is only for corporate frequent travellers and on bookings with valid corporate/web promo codes under corporate deal. The offer is applicable on domestic network of SpiceJet. This offer is valid on direct as well as on via flights.

Maximise your flying experience SpiceMAX aims to provide a hassle-free and comfortable check-in experience and give a valued feeling to the passenger towards services paid for while simultaneously

generating ancillary revenue in the present scenario.

Some of the benefits that SpiceMAX provides to the guest are— Complimentary meal with a non-alcoholic

beverage on-board, and Priority check-in, Priority Baggage Delivery, Exclusive Airport Functions and 10 Kg Hand Baggage allowance (Not to be sold in isolation).

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domestic SCHEDULE Destination

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Destination

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Srinagar (Via ATQ, BOM))

SG 443

Daily

13:55

21:05

Bengaluru (Via HYD,CCU)

SG 871

Daily

07:10

12:35

Srinagar (Via IXC, DEL)

SG 509

Daily

16:35

22:40

Hyderabad (Via CCU)

SG 871

Daily

08:50

12:35

Surat (Via BOM)

SG 524

Daily

14:15

17:25

Mumbai (Via CCU)

SG 817

Daily

10:05

14:20

Vizag

SG 241

1,3,4,5,6,7

12:55

14:25

Guwahati

SG 871

Daily

13:05

14:10

Kochi

SG 246

Daily

16:55

18:05

Kolkata

SG 872

Daily

16:20

17:20

Hyderabad

SG 871

Daily

7:10

8:10

Kolkata

SG 819

Daily

14:50

15:45

Goa

SG 875

Daily

11:45

13:10

Hyderabad

SG 878

Daily

17:10

18:20

Agartala

Ahmedabad Bengaluru (Via PNQ)

SG 342

1,2,3,4,5,7

10:00

13:30

Mumbai

SG 523

Daily

10:35

12:15

Chennai (Via BOM)

SG 275

Daily

19:40

23:15

Kolkata

SG 522

Daily

18:00

20:25

Chennai (Via HYD)

SG 916

Daily

19:10

23:00

Kolkata

SG 528

Daily

9:55

12:20

Coimbatore (Via MAA)

SG 282

Daily

11:10

15:20

Mumbai

SG 153

Daily

20:05

22:00

Srinagar (Via DEL)

SG 854

Daily

16:30

19:50

Mumbai

SG 442

Daily

6:55

8:35

Delhi

SG 853

Daily

6:05

7:30

Mumbai

SG 344

Daily

9:05

10:55

Mumbai

SG 374

Daily

5:55

7:15

Pune

SG 228

Daily

19:25

20:55

Mumbai

SG 374

Daily

5:55

7:15

Pune

SG 342

1,2,3,4,5,7

10:00

11:25

Chennai

SG 281

Daily

5:50

8:20

Delhi

SG 507

Daily

18:45

21:35

Pune

SG 345

1,2,3,4,5,7

14:10

15:25

Delhi

SG 502

Daily

6:30

9:15

Hyderabad

SG 917

Daily

6:10

7:55

Delhi

SG 224

Daily

8:50

11:35

Chennai

SG 3146

Daily

8:50

9:50

AMRITSAR Bengaluru (Via BOM)

SG 442

Daily

06:55

11:50

Chennai

SG 3148

Daily

22:10

23:10

Srinagar

SG 442

Daily

12:20

13:20

Belgaum

SG 3301

Daily

7:45

9:05

Mumbai

SG 443

Daily

15:50

18:20

Chennai

SG 3302

Daily

11:20

12:20

Delhi

SG 2516

Daily

20:55

22:15

Chennai

SG 3426

2,3,4,5,6,7

19:30

20:25

Vijayawada

SG 3303

1,3,4,5,7

10:50

12:10

Aurangabad Delhi

SG 142

Daily

18:00

20:00

Chennai

SG 3304

1,3,4,5,7

14:30

15:30

Delhi

SG 172

Daily

12:20

14:10

Hubli

SG 1087

Daily

18:05

19:15

Chennai

SG 1088

Daily

21:30

22:35

Bagdogra Delhi (Via GAU)

SG 885

Daily

05:50

10:05

Mangalore

SG 1031

Daily

8:00

8:55

Delhi (Via GAU)

SG 885

Daily

10:15

14:25

Hyderabad

SG 1032

Daily

10:45

12:05

Guwahati

SG 881

Daily

14:10

15:10

Mysore

SG 3005

1,3,4,5,7

13:10

13:55

Kolkata

SG 324

Daily

14:40

15:35

Chennai

SG 3006

1,3,4,5,7

15:40

16:50

Delhi

SG 885

Daily

10:45

13:10

Hyderabad

SG 1109

Daily

20:10

21:30

Delhi

SG 885

Daily

15:05

17:05

Kozhikode

SG 1073

Daily

9:00

10:00

Hyderabad

SG 1074

Daily

12:00

13:20

BelgAum Chennai (Via BLR)

SG 3301

Daily

06:15

09:05

Chandigarh

Bengaluru

SG 3302

Daily

9:35

10:50

Bengaluru (Via DEL)

SG 224

Daily

08:50

14:15

Srinagar

SG 224

Daily

14:55

15:55

Bengaluru Agartala (Via CCU, HYD)

SG 872

Daily

16:20

21:45

Delhi

SG 509

Daily

18:05

19:05

Ahmedabad (Via PNQ)

SG 345

1,2,3,4,5,7

14:10

17:35

Delhi

SG 2116

Daily

19:45

20:50

Amritsar (Via BOM)

SG 443

Daily

15:50

21:05

Delhi

SG 2414

1,2,3,4,5,6

9:45

10:50

Chandigarh (Via DEL)

SG 509

Daily

18:05

22:40

Chennai

Goa (Via BOM)

SG 152

Daily

05:55

09:15

Ahmedabad (Via HYD)

SG 917

Daily

06:10

09:55

Guwahati (Via CCU)

SG 529

Daily

15:10

19:25

Bagdogra (Via CCU)

SG 324

Daily

14:40

18:45

Kolkata (Via HYD)

SG 872

Daily

18:00

21:45

Belgaum (Via BLR)

SG 3302

Daily

09:35

12:20

Kolkata (Via HYD)

SG 877

Daily

06:25

10:20

Delhi (Via PNQ)

SG 219

1,2,3,4,5,7

13:50

18:00

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Destination

174

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Destination

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Delhi (Via PNQ)

SG 219

3,5,7

17:55

22:20

Chennai

SG 282

Daily

11:10

12:15

Guwahati (Via CCU)

SG 322

Daily

17:35

21:50

Mumbai

SG 468

Daily

12:20

14:10

Hubli (Via BLR)

SG 1088

Daily

19:45

22:35

Chennai

SG 3024

Daily

19:10

20:10

Mysore (Via BLR)

SG 3006

1,3,4,5,7

14:25

16:50

Chennai

SG 3022

1,3,4,5,6,7

7:40

8:50

Vijayawada (Via BLR)

SG 3304

1,3,4,5,7

12:40

15:30

Hyderabad

SG 1048

1,2,3,4,5,7

19:55

21:35

Mumbai

SG 205

Daily

6:35

8:25

Ahmedabad (Via MAA)

SG 281

Daily

05:50

10:40

Delhi

SG 312

Daily

7:05

9:45

Delhi (Via BOM)

SG 451

Daily

07:20

11:50

Kolkata

SG 331

Daily

20:25

23:00

Delhi (Via MAA)

SG 305

1,3,4,5,7

08:30

13:00

Delhi

SG 183

Daily

8:05

11:00

dehradun

Kolkata

SG 325

Daily

10:05

12:25

Delhi

SG 2326

Daily

16:35

17:40

Delhi

SG 308

Daily

19:20

22:10

Delhi

SG 2328

Daily

12:50

13:50

Coimbatore

SG 305

1,3,4,5,7

11:50

13:00

Delhi

Kochi

SG 313

2,6

11:50

13:15

Mumbai

SG 131

Daily

5:50

8:05

Kochi

SG 313

1,3,4,5,7

15:20

16:25

Kolkata

SG 104

Daily

6:45

9:15

Madurai

SG 291

Daily

8:30

9:55

Varanasi

SG 127

Daily

18:05

19:30

Delhi

SG 304

Daily

12:10

14:55

Srinagar

SG 853

Daily

8:15

9:30

Pune

SG 208

1,2,3,4,5,7

18:40

20:15

Goa

SG 255

Daily

13:45

16:10

Pune

SG 208

Daily

5:15

6:50

Hyderabad

SG 239

Daily

19:55

22:05

Kolkata

SG 321

Daily

6:10

8:40

Mumbai

SG 109

Daily

11:55

13:55

Port Blair

SG 274

Daily

9:35

11:35

Goa

SG 253

Daily

10:25

13:05

Madurai

SG 277

1,3,4,5,7

16:20

17:20

Chennai

SG 315

Daily

17:05

19:55

Mumbai

SG 275

Daily

19:40

21:25

Bagdogra

SG 881

Daily

11:40

13:40

Coimbatore

SG 281

Daily

9:25

10:40

Chennai

SG 309

Daily

19:15

22:05

Ahmedabad

SG 282

Daily

12:55

15:20

Chennai

SG 301

Daily

6:35

9:25

Hyderabad

SG 912

Daily

5:40

7:15

Chennai

SG 305

Daily

8:30

11:20

Mumbai

SG 271

Daily

10:55

12:30

Aurangabad

SG 141

Daily

15:35

17:30

Hyderabad

SG 916

Daily

19:10

20:35

Mumbai

SG 117

Daily

20:35

22:30

Tuticorin

SG 3597

Daily

6:40

8:00

Guwahati

SG 885

Daily

5:50

8:20

Kozhikode

SG 3251

Daily

10:25

11:50

Pune

SG 219

1,2,3,4,5,7

13:50

15:50

Tuticorin

SG 1083

Daily

14:10

15:30

Guwahati

SG 885

Daily

10:15

12:40

Coimbatore

SG 3023

Daily

17:45

18:50

Pune

SG 219

Daily

17:55

20:05

Hyderabad

SG 3216

Daily

20:40

22:00

Varanasi

SG 114

Daily

13:50

15:00

Bengaluru

SG 3145

Daily

7:30

8:20

Mumbai

SG 119

Daily

17:20

19:30

Kochi

SG 3241

Daily

10:30

11:55

Varanasi

SG 114

Daily

13:50

15:00

Bengaluru

SG 3147

Daily

20:05

21:05

Mumbai

SG 119

Daily

17:20

19:30

Bengaluru

SG 3301

Daily

6:15

7:20

Guwahati

SG 893

Daily

14:40

17:05

Thiruvananthapuram

SG 3307

Daily

12:50

14:30

Hyderabad

SG 236

Daily

6:05

8:25

Bengaluru

SG 3425

2,3,4,5,6,7

18:00

19:00

Bengaluru

SG 209

Daily

16:10

18:55

Coimbatore

SG 3021

1,3,4,5,6,7

6:05

7:15

Varanasi

SG 116

Daily

9:05

10:25

Bengaluru

SG 3303

1,3,4,5,7

9:20

10:20

Hyderabad

SG 233

Daily

13:20

15:35

Bengaluru

SG 1087

Daily

16:35

17:35

Mumbai

SG 451

Daily

7:20

9:25

Goa

SG 1011

Daily

14:20

16:15

Kolkata

SG 613

Daily

17:25

19:45

Kochi

SG 3243

1,2,4,5,6,7

19:15

20:40

Pune

SG 217

1,2,3,4,5,7

8:40

10:45

Kochi

SG 3263

Daily

7:50

9:15

Srinagar

SG 261

6

7:35

8:35

Bengaluru

SG 3005

1,3,4,5,7

11:40

12:40

Goa

SG 251

6

11:20

13:50

Vizag

SG 3277

Daily

17:20

18:55

Mumbai

SG 458

3,5,6

18:55

21:00

Hyderabad

SG 1004

Daily

21:25

22:45

Mumbai

SG 458

Daily

18:55

21:00

Hyderabad

SG 1276

1,3,4,5,7

15:40

16:50

Bengaluru

SG 501

Daily

6:05

8:55

Srinagar

SG 868

Daily

10:15

11:40

Srinagar

SG 865

Daily

14:20

15:50

Coimbatore Chennai

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SG 306

1,3,4,5,7

13:40

14:45

Destination

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Destination

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Ahmedabad

SG 854

Daily

18:30

19:50

Mumbai

SG 152

Daily

5:55

6:45

Aurangabad

SG 171

Daily

9:55

11:50

Delhi

SG 254

Daily

13:45

16:25

Surat

SG 623

Daily

14:40

16:30

Delhi

SG 252

6

14:20

16:40

Kolkata

SG 622

Daily

19:45

22:10

Mumbai

SG 247

Daily

14:50

16:00

Chandigarh

SG 224

Daily

12:55

14:15

Chennai

SG 1012

Daily

16:45

18:50

Bengaluru

SG 509

Daily

19:50

22:40

Pune

SG 3016

1,2,3,4,5,7

14:20

15:30

Jammu

SG 851

Daily

9:00

10:20

Hyderabad

SG 1104

2,4,5,6,7

7:45

9:15

Mumbai

SG 852

Daily

16:00

18:10

Bengaluru (Via BOM)

SG 153

Daily

20:05

23:25

Jammu

SG 226

Daily

13:45

15:05

Hyderabad (Via PNQ)

SG 3015

1,2,3,4,5,7

10:50

13:50

Lucknow

SG 229

Daily

18:00

19:10

Guwahati

Jaipur

SG 2623

Daily

7:35

8:35

Agartala

SG 872

Daily

14:45

15:45

Udaipur

SG 2437

Daily

11:10

12:35

Bengaluru (Via CCU)

SG 528

Daily

09:55

14:20

Dehradun

SG 2325

Daily

15:05

16:05

Chennai (Via CCU)

SG 321

Daily

06:10

10:35

Chandigarh

SG 2115

Daily

18:10

19:15

Delhi (Via IXB)

SG 881

Daily

11:40

15:10

Chandigarh

SG 2111

1,2,3,4,5,6

8:10

9:15

Kolkata

SG 529

Daily

15:10

16:20

Dehradun

SG 2327

Daily

11:20

12:20

Delhi

SG 881

Daily

15:40

18:25

Jaipur

SG 2625

Daily

15:55

17:00

Bagdogra

SG 885

Daily

9:00

10:05

Amritsar

SG 2515

Daily

19:00

20:25

Bagdogra

SG 885

Daily

13:20

14:25

Jabalpur

SG 2441

Daily

7:50

9:45

Delhi

SG 894

Daily

11:05

14:00

Indore

SG 2721

Daily

7:30

9:20

Kolkata

SG 322

Daily

17:35

18:45

Dharamshala

SG 2191

Daily

12:00

13:30

Hubli

Indore

SG 2723

1,2,3,4,5,7

17:15

19:00

Mumbai

SG 2452

Daily

14:30

15:50

Bagdogra (Via GAU)

SG 881

Daily

14:10

18:25

Bengaluru

SG 1088

Daily

19:45

21:00

Chennai (Via PNQ)

SG 208

123457

18:40

23:15

Chennai (Via BLR)

SG 1087

Daily

16:35

19:15

Chennai (Via PNQ)

SG 208

Daily

05:15

09:35

Delhi (Via BOM, JLR)

SG 2441

Daily

07:50

14:10

Coimbatore (Via BOM)

SG 468

Daily

12:20

16:55

Jabalpur (Via BOM)

SG 2441

Daily

10:05

14:10

Guwahati (Via IXB)

SG 885

Daily

09:00

13:10

Hyderabad

Guwahati (Via IXB)

SG 885

Daily

13:20

17:05

Goa

SG 807

Daily

15:40

16:50

Hubli (Via JLR, BOM)

SG 2452

Daily

14:30

20:35

Kolkata

SG 871

Daily

8:50

10:50

Kochi (Via BOM)

SG 118

Daily

18:35

23:15

Bengaluru

SG 872

Daily

20:40

21:45

Kochi (Via HYD)

SG 108

Daily

11:05

15:35

Bengaluru

SG 877

Daily

9:10

10:20

Kochi (Via PNQ)

SG 214

3,5

13:40

18:20

Kolkata

SG 878

Daily

19:00

21:00

Kochi (Via PNQ)

SG 214

1,2,3,4,5,7

13:40

18:20

Kochi

SG 236

Daily

9:05

10:35

Madurai (Via MAA)

SG 304

Daily

10:25

14:55

Delhi

SG 108

Daily

13:15

15:35

Mumbai (Via JLR)

SG 2452

Daily

16:20

20:35

Delhi

SG 116

Daily

6:05

8:20

Port Blair (Via CCU)

SG 105

Daily

12:35

17:25

Vizag

SG 233

Daily

16:15

17:30

Srinagar (Via IXC)

SG 509

Daily

16:35

19:05

Mumbai

SG 403

Daily

20:15

22:25

Srinagar (Via IXJ)

SG 852

Daily

12:05

15:20

Vizag

SG 401

Daily

7:15

8:30

Vishakhapatnam (Via DEL)

SG 226

Daily

09:00

13:00

Delhi

SG 226

Daily

10:45

13:00

Mumbai

SG 405

Daily

7:50

9:10

Chennai

SG 913

Daily

21:55

23:05

Chennai

SG 917

Daily

8:35

9:55

Dharamshala Delhi

SG 2192

Daily

14:00

15:40

Goa Hyderabad

SG 806

Daily

13:30

14:40

Ahmedabad

SG 916

Daily

21:15

23:00

Mumbai

SG 804

Daily

18:05

19:10

Vijayawada

SG 1001

1,3,4,5,6,7

8:05

9:00

Bengaluru

SG 876

Daily

13:50

15:05

Rajahmundry

SG 1061

Daily

10:55

12:05

Delhi

SG 256

Daily

16:40

19:10

Tirupathi

SG 1021

Daily

14:15

15:30

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Destination

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Coimbatore

SG 1047

1,2,3,4,5,7

17:45

19:25

Vishakhapatnam (Via BLR)

Bengaluru

SG 1031

Daily

6:05

7:35

Kolkata

Chennai

SG 3215

Daily

12:35

13:50

Chennai

SG 1003

Daily

6:00

7:20

Tirupathi

SG 1041

Daily

7:20

Pune

SG 3015

1,2,3,4,5,7

Bengaluru

SG 1108

Bengaluru

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

SG 246

1,3,4,5,6,7

14:55

18:05

Mumbai

SG 803

Daily

8:10

11:20

Port Blair

SG 104

Daily

9:50

12:00

8:35

Delhi

SG 105

Daily

15:10

17:25

10:50

12:20

Agartala

SG 871

Daily

11:25

12:35

Daily

18:20

19:40

Hyderabad

SG 872

Daily

18:00

20:00

SG 1073

Daily

7:10

8:30

Hyderabad

SG 877

Daily

6:25

8:30

Chennai

SG 1275

1,3,4,5,7

13:50

15:05

Bengaluru

SG 521

Daily

7:25

9:55

Indore

SG 1053

Daily

17:20

19:20

Guwahati

SG 528

Daily

12:55

14:20

Goa

SG 1103

2,4,5,6,7

5:55

7:25

Bengaluru

SG 529

Daily

16:55

19:25

Madurai

SG 3313

1,2,4,5,6,7

9:50

11:50

Bagdogra

SG 325

Daily

13:05

14:10

Madurai

SG 3313

3

9:00

11:00

Chennai

SG 324

Daily

16:10

18:45

Kochi

SG 1051

Daily

19:10

20:55

Mumbai

SG 874

Daily

19:55

22:35

Agartala (Via CCU)

SG 872

Daily

16:20

20:00

Mumbai

SG 874

Daily

19:55

22:35

Goa (Via PNQ)

SG 3016

1,2,3,4,5,7

14:20

17:20

Guwahati

SG 321

Daily

9:30

10:35

Kozhikode (Via BLR)

SG 1074

Daily

10:30

13:20

Chennai

SG 322

Daily

19:25

21:50

Mangalore (Via BLR)

SG 1032

Daily

09:15

12:05

Chennai

SG 328

Daily

6:50

9:00

Varanasi (Via DEL)

SG 233

Daily

11:05

15:35

Delhi

SG 614

Daily

20:25

23:00

Delhi

SG 621

Daily

7:05

9:20

Indore

176

Destination

Delhi

SG 2722

Daily

9:45

11:25

Agartala

SG 817

Daily

13:20

14:20

Delhi

SG 2724

1,2,3,4,5,7

20:10

22:00

Mumbai

SG 819

Daily

16:30

19:15

Hyderabad

SG 1054

Daily

19:50

21:50

Bengaluru (Via HYD)

SG 871

Daily

07:10

10:50

Bengaluru (Via HYD)

SG 878

Daily

17:10

21:00

Jabalpur Mumbai

SG 2441

Daily

10:05

12:10

Goa (Via BOM)

SG 804

Daily

18:05

22:30

Delhi

SG 2452

Daily

18:35

20:35

Surat (Via DEL)

SG 622

Daily

17:00

22:10

Jaipur

Kozhikode

Delhi

SG 2624

Daily

9:25

10:30

Chennai

SG 3252

Daily

12:10

13:40

Delhi

SG 2626

Daily

17:30

18:30

Bengaluru

SG 1074

Daily

10:30

11:30

Hubli (Via BOM)

SG 2452

Daily

14:30

18:15

Hyderabad (Via BLR)

SG 1073

Daily

07:10

10:00

Lucknow

Jammu Srinagar

SG 851

Daily

10:50

11:30

Delhi

SG 230

Daily

19:40

20:45

Delhi

SG 852

Daily

13:50

15:20

Jammu (Via DEL)

SG 229

Daily

15:40

19:10

Delhi

SG 229

Daily

15:40

17:15

Madurai

Hyderabad (Via DEL)

SG 226

Daily

10:45

15:05

Chennai

SG 304

Daily

10:25

11:30

SG 329

1,3,4,5,7

18:05

19:00

Mumbai (Via DEL)

SG 851

Daily

05:55

10:20

Chennai

Vishakhapatnam (Via HYD, DEL)

SG 226

Daily

09:00

15:05

Hyderabad

SG 3317

1,2,4,5,6,7

16:35

18:35

Hyderabad

SG 3317

3

16:00

18:00

Kochi Bengaluru

SG 241

Daily

11:15

12:15

Mumbai (Via MAA)

SG 291

Daily

06:05

09:55

Mumbai

SG 118

Daily

18:35

20:30

Port Blair (Via MAA)

SG 277

1,3,4,5,7

12:05

17:20

Chennai

SG 314

Daily

6:15

7:15

Mangalore

Hyderabad

SG 108

Daily

11:05

12:35

Mumbai

SG 110

Daily

18:20

19:50

Pune

SG 214

3,5

13:40

15:30

Bengaluru

SG 1032

Daily

9:15

10:15

Pune

SG 214

1,2,3,4,5,7

13:40

15:30

Delhi (Via BOM)

SG 109

Daily

11:55

16:05

Chennai

SG 3242

Daily

18:00

19:25

Hyderabad (Via BLR)

SG 1031

Daily

06:05

08:55

Chennai

SG 3244

1,2,4,5,6,7

21:25

22:40

Mumbai

Chennai

SG 3264

Daily

9:40

11:05

Kochi

SG 131

Daily

8:50

10:45

Hyderabad

SG 1052

Daily

21:30

23:15

Delhi

SG 118

Daily

21:10

23:15

Delhi (Via BOM)

SG 131

Daily

05:55

10:45

Goa

SG 803

Daily

12:05

13:00

Delhi (Via HYD)

SG 231

Daily

06:05

10:35

Kolkata

SG 804

Daily

19:45

22:30

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Destination

178

flight no.

freq

dep

Destination

arrival

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Surat

SG 523

Daily

12:50

13:45

Delhi

SG 214

1,2,4,7

20:15

22:20

Bengaluru

SG 524

Daily

15:45

17:25

Kochi

SG 217

3,5

11:15

13:10

Delhi

SG 106

Daily

9:05

11:15

Delhi

SG 214

3,5

16:00

18:20

Mangalore

SG 109

Daily

14:40

16:05

Kochi

SG 217

1,2,3,4,5,7

11:15

13:10

Chennai

SG 206

Daily

20:30

22:30

Delhi

SG 214

1,2,3,4,5,7

16:00

18:20

Bengaluru

SG 152

Daily

7:35

9:15

Ahmedabad

SG 342

1,2,3,4,5,7

12:15

13:30

Goa

SG 153

Daily

22:35

23:25

Bengaluru

SG 345

1,2,3,4,5,6

16:05

17:35

Amritsar

SG 442

Daily

9:15

11:50

Goa

SG 3015

1,2,3,4,5,6

12:45

13:50

Bengaluru

SG 443

Daily

19:25

21:05

Hyderabad

SG 3016

1,2,3,4,5,6

16:00

17:20

Thiruvananthapuram

SG 215

Daily

12:15

14:15

Rajahmundry

Bengaluru

SG 341

Daily

17:15

18:45

Hyderabad

SG 1062

Daily

12:35

13:45

Kolkata

SG 873

Daily

7:55

10:45

Srinagar

Kolkata

SG 873

Daily

7:55

10:45

Delhi

SG 864

Daily

10:10

11:30

Chennai

SG 291

Daily

6:05

8:00

Amritsar

SG 443

Daily

13:55

15:00

Delhi

SG 114

Daily

11:15

13:10

Delhi

SG 262

6

9:05

10:30

Delhi

SG 136

3,5,6

20:10

22:20

Delhi

SG 869

Daily

12:20

13:35

Delhi

SG 114

Daily

11:15

13:10

Delhi

SG 854

Daily

16:30

17:40

Delhi

SG 136

Daily

20:10

22:20

Chandigarh

SG 509

Daily

16:35

17:35

Ahmedabad

SG 275

Daily

21:55

23:15

Jammu

SG 852

Daily

12:05

13:20

Coimbatore

SG 451

Daily

10:15

11:50

Ahmedabad (Via DEL)

SG 853

Daily

06:05

09:30

Delhi

SG 468

Daily

14:45

16:55

Bengaluru (Via BOM, ATQ)

SG 442

Daily

06:55

13:20

Delhi

SG 851

Daily

5:55

8:15

Bengaluru (Via DEL, IXC)

SG 224

Daily

08:50

15:55

Delhi

SG 419

Daily

19:05

21:15

Delhi (Via IXC)

SG 224

Daily

12:55

15:55

Hyderabad

SG 401

Daily

5:20

6:40

Delhi (Via IXJ)

SG 851

Daily

09:00

11:30

Kolkata

SG 817

Daily

10:05

12:35

Mumbai (Via ATQ)

SG 442

Daily

09:15

13:20

Hyderabad

SG 407

Daily

19:50

21:10

Mumbai (Via DEL, IXJ)

SG 851

Daily

05:55

11:30

Goa

SG 248

Daily

13:10

14:20

Surat

Chennai

SG 272

Daily

16:40

18:40

Bengaluru (Via BOM)

SG 523

Daily

10:35

13:45

Hubli

SG 2441

Daily

12:40

14:10

Mumbai

SG 524

Daily

14:15

15:05

Jabalpur

SG 2452

Daily

16:20

18:15

Delhi

SG 622

Daily

17:00

18:50

Agartala (Via CCU)

SG 819

Daily

14:50

19:15

Tirupathi

Delhi (Via JLR)

SG 2441

Daily

07:50

12:10

Hyderabad

SG 1022

Daily

16:00

17:15

Jammu (Via DEL)

SG 852

Daily

13:50

18:10

Hyderabad

SG 1042

Daily

9:05

10:20

Srinagar (Via ATQ)

SG 443

Daily

13:55

18:20

Thiruvananthapuram

Srinagar (Via IXJ, DEL)

SG 852

Daily

12:05

18:10

Mumbai

SG 216

Daily

14:45

16:40

Varanasi (Via DEL)

SG 119

Daily

15:30

19:30

Chennai

SG 3308

Daily

16:00

17:30

Vishakhapatnam (Via HYF)

SG 403

Daily

18:10

22:25

Tuticorin Chennai

SG 3598

Daily

8:20

9:40

Chennai (Via BLR)

SG 3005

1,3,4,5,7

11:40

13:55

Chennai

SG 1084

Daily

15:50

17:10

Bengaluru

SG 3006

1,3,4,5,7

14:25

15:10

Udaipur SG 2537

Daily

13:05

14:35

Kolkata

SG 105

Daily

12:35

14:40

Varanasi

Chennai

SG 277

Daily

12:05

14:05

Delhi

SG 128

Daily

20:10

21:35

Delhi (Via CCU)

SG 104

Daily

06:45

12:00

Delhi

SG 119

Daily

15:30

16:40

Delhi

SG 119

Daily

15:30

16:40

Mysore

Delhi

Port Blair

Pune Bengaluru

SG 227

Daily

21:25

23:00

Delhi

SG 233

Daily

11:05

12:25

Bengaluru

SG 227

Daily

6:30

8:00

Hyderabad (Via DEL)

SG 116

Daily

06:05

10:25

Chennai

SG 219

1,2,3,4,5,7

16:25

18:00

Mumbai (Via DEL)

SG 114

Daily

11:15

15:00

Delhi

SG 208

1,2,3,4,5,7

21:05

23:15

Vijayawada

Delhi

SG 208

Daily

7:25

9:35

Chennai (Via BLR)

SG 3303

1,3,4,5,7

09:20

12:10

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Bengaluru

SG 3304

1,3,4,5,7

12:40

14:00

Hyderabad

SG 1002

1,3,4,5,6,7

9:30

10:25

Bengaluru

SG 246

1,3,4,5,6,7

14:55

16:25

Hyderabad

SG 403

Daily

18:10

19:25

Hyderabad

SG 226

Daily

9:00

10:10

Chennai

SG 3278

Daily

19:25

21:00

Delhi (Via HYD)

SG 233

Daily

13:20

17:30

Kochi (Via BLR)

SG 241

134567

11:15

14:25

Mumbai (Via HYD)

SG 401

Daily

05:20

08:30

Vizag

Destination

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Delhi

SG 19

7

12:10

17:10

Madurai

SG 24

Daily

12:30

18:25

Delhi

SG 12 SG 18 SG 18 SG 18 SG 16 SG 16 SG 14 SG 14 SG 14

Daily Daily 1,2,3,4,5,6 Daily 1,3,4,5,6,7 2 Daily Daily Daily

23:30 20:55 19:55 20:55 19:25 19:25 3:50 4:50 03:50

4:30 2:10 1:30 2:10 23:30 23:30 8:15 9:40 9:40

SG 22

2,4,6

11:40

14:30

Dubai

SG 17

Daily

17:20

19:50

Dubai

SG 17

1,2,3,4,5,6

16:20

19:00

Dubai

SG 17

Daily

17:20

19:50

Male

SG 3901

Daily

12:50

14:10

Kochi

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INTERNATIONAL SCHEDULE Destination

flight no.

freq

dep

arrival

Kathmandu

Ahmedabad

180

18:15

Delhi

SG 42

1,3,5,7

11:40

13:15

SG 46

Daily

18:50

20:25

Colombo

SG 3314

1,2,4,5,6,7

12:45

13:45

Colombo

SG 3314

3

12:00

13:00

Colombo

Dubai

SG 23

Daily

19:20

22:05

Chennai

4:45

Dubai

SG 23

Daily

19:45

22:30

SG 3902

Daily

14:45

17:00

Dubai

SG 13

Daily

0:10

2:20

SG 13 SG 13

Daily Daily

0:10 0:10

2:30 2:30

SG 62

2,5,6

0:30

4:20

SG 51

1,2,4,7

11:45

13:40

SG 52

1,2,4,7

14:40

19:15

Dubai

SG 15

1,3,4,5,6,7

16:35

Dubai

SG 15

2

16:35

18:20

Delhi

Muscat

SG 61

1,4,5

21:30

23:00

Madurai

SG 1

Daily

1:00

2:20

Chennai Colombo

SG 2

Daily

3:20

Madurai

SG 3316

1,2,4,5,6,7

14:35

15:35

Male

Madurai

SG 3316

3

13:50

14:50

Kochi Mumbai

Delhi Dubai

SG 11

Daily

8:50

11:20

Dubai

SG 11

1,2,3,4,5,6

11:15

14:00

Dubai

SG 11

7

7:35

10:05

Dubai Dubai

Dubai

SG 11

Daily

8:50

11:20

Muscat

Kabul

SG 21

2,4,6

9:20

10:20

Ahmedabad

Kathmandu

SG 41

1,3,5,7

8:40

10:40

PUNE

Kathmandu

SG 45

Daily

15:50

17:50

Sarjah Sharjah

DUBAI Madurai

SG 24

Daily

12:30

18:25

Delhi

SG 12

Daily

23:10

4:10

Delhi

SG 19

1,2,3,4,5,6

15:30

20:45

Pune

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